Engine Run-ups: Cessna 210, Cessna 172

While I'm upstairs working on the people side of our ministry, there are a bunch of guys downstairs focused on the airplane side. Two airplane projects underway today are pictured here.

First is a Cessna 210 that is here for annual inspection. As your car needs an annual inspection to meet EPA regulations, airplanes need an annual inspection to meet FAA regulations. With the annual inspection nearly complete, the airplane was taken outside for a "run-up" of the engine before being returned to service by the team leader.

The second is a Cessna 172 operated by Gospel Carrier International. It was flown in this morning for an oil change. The pastor/pilot is waiting for the service to be completed so he can immediately return to ministry. I took this picture during the "leak-check" engine run-up. If no leaks are found, the airplane will be cowled-up, log book entries will be made, and it will be returned to the pastor/pilot. It shouldn't be long before I hear the airplane start up, taxi to the runway, and then take-off.

I wish you were hear to hear it as well. It's a satisfying sound. Thank you for helping make all this possible through your gifts and prayers.