Keeping it in the Family
You could say that Alex Papageorge was destined to fly a Twin Commander. After all, her family has owned a Shrike since long before she was born. At only 19 years old, Papageorge turns heads when she steps out of the left seat of the family Shrike. No stranger to family trips in the airplane, at 15 she started taking lessons and immediately became enamored with flying. “I loved it as soon as I started,” she said. “Once I got my license it was like an open road.” Although she loves flying the beautiful Cessna 150 that’s been in the family 47 years, she immediately knew the Shrike was ultimately what she wanted. “I worked hard to get my instrument…
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SERVICE CENTER PROFILE Byerly Aviation All-In on Twin Commanders
When Scott Welch came to Byerly Aviation to turn it around approximately 13 years ago, he was tasked with a nearly impossible job. The creditors didn’t think the former business professionals were up to the job, so they turned to…
FROM THE SHOP FLOOR Maintenance Alerts Address Rudder and Landing Gear
Twin Commander Aircraft recently issued two unrelated Maintenance Alerts addressing operator questions and concerns. While not mandatory, they provide guidance on additional areas for inspection, and alternative parts to alleviate problems caused by the global supply chain shortages. Alternative Tire…