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Lynn will be working at Maxwell/GMax. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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I wanted to share something exciting with you guys! AGL is being acquired by Aero Professionals - these are very knowledgeable mechanics and can offer you guys more services than we were able to. We know them personally and know their work. Give these guys a call and schedule your maintenance. The press release is attached! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk APS_PressRelease_01.pdf

We do everything we can to contribute as much as we can. As it stands, we’re cranking out right at 100 annuals a year (mostly Mooneys) with our 2-3 man team… no count on the general maintenance, repair work, engine removals/reinstallations, JPI installations, etc… that doesn’t leave very much time to consistently be on social media platforms. Again, we give to that as much as we can. I would think that our hundreds of customers are more pleased that we are efficiently ‘turning wrenches’ on their birds (giving them the most thorough work we can) rather than being online. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just wanted to share this press release with you guys! Foothills will not be left empty handed in terms of maintenance AND you guys can still have your Mooneys worked on here. Very knowledgeable mechanics and can offer you guys a wider array of services than we could. They’re definitely worth it, call them up and schedule your maintenance. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk APS_PressRelease_01.pdf

The house we’re buying is just out the road from that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yes there is. We went down to MooneyMax and spent some time exploring the area. I don’t think there wasn’t anything we didn’t like except for the fact that there are no towering and rolling mountains, but rolling hills will suffice [emoji4] The average people were very different than where we are now. We were pretty impressed and really looking forward to this move. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sounds like a plan!!! Will look forward to seeing you! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

You’re right, A&P’s are not growing. There’s an even larger shortage of IA’s. We’ve had many customers fly from several states away for their annual - it makes it simpler to combine it with another event if possible. As for minor adjustments, it does make it a lot more difficult. If items are corrected correctly during annual by someone knowledgeable, the need for those minor adjustments decreases quite a bit. I would suggest keeping thorough notes to address during annual. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Man, news travels FAST!!!! We just made a public announcement yesterday. Yes, Lynn is joining Maxwell/Gmaxx. Perhaps I (Tamara) will as well, I’m not completely sure yet. We tried to find someone to take over AGL so the transition would be as smooth as possible with no luck. Bottom line, it will be better for our family in the long run. We’re in the process of purchasing a home in Kilgore not far from KGGG. Lynn will be in Texas to start Aug 3. The kids, animals, and myself will be moving the weekend of the 12th (at least that’s the plan if the home closings stay as they are). It was quite a difficult decision and now that the difficult part has been done, we’re starting to really look forward to this opportunity. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

You are right about the difficulty. What I quoted for cost was: for the inspection only in increased time and the cost range for whoever the turbo is sent to based off ones we have sent off thus far. R&R is an additional cost and varies from aircraft to aircraft. Certainly a beast.

Yes, r&r times can vary greatly as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Good Morning! From a maintenance perspective, our turbo annuals are more expensive than a standard Mooney (by $255 I believe - but not all shops are equal in terms of pricing). Recommended annual times is higher for the turbo (the turbo requires its own inspection). The manufacturer has guidance on the condition of the turbo and any time sensitive maintenance if applicable. Depending on how the turbo’s life has been, they sometimes do have to be removed and sent off for repair or exchange. It’s difficult to put a price range on that operation since it’s dependent on the issue. We’ve had the costs ranging from $1500 to $3500 for exchange. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

We’ve flown to visit my Grandmother on the Coast. From Warren field KOCW to KMRN (where we are) it’s 1.5hr flight. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I would have to agree with you there. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yes it is easy to miss… about the only way to catch it on a PPI would be blistered skins. Lynn has found spar cap corrosion on 2 out of all the Mooneys we see - one of which went to the scrap yard, the other we sent to Maxwell for repair. The only thing worse in than calling the prospective buyer is the phone call to the seller [emoji15] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Good Morning! Give Lynn (828.216.6482) or myself (Tamara 828.216.5955) a call or text and let us know what you need. We’ll do whatever we can for you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Bill you’re MOST welcome. Anytime you need anything, give us a shout! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hey Jake! I’m not sure how I managed to miss you - I’d be happy to help. Feel free to try my cell if you haven’t already - you can also text if need be 828.216.5955 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Ahh... The sweet spot [emoji846] This guy knows how to get discounts [emoji38][emoji16] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Wind can gust from nowhere it seems like, especially if there’s a front moving in. Watch out for that. In the evenings and early mornings the biggest concern would be some ground fog depending on humidity. It’s relatively low today so shouldn’t be an issue. The courtesy car is sitting in front of the terminal, fueled up and ready for you - keys are hanging inside the fuel door [emoji846] Lynn or I will be happy to meet you out there if you need - we have a half an hour drive to the airport, so let us know. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Thanks Brad. We know things can be difficult in the area of logistics. With that said, if you have a preferred mechanic - we try to make ourselves as open as we can be to communicate with other mechanics and help them. We're certainly not trying to shoot ourselves in the foot... but sometimes it's what it takes to make sure your Mooney is maintained properly.

That works [emoji846] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Chiming in! Better late than never [emoji4] You can call and talk to Lynn about the PPI if you haven’t already. 828.216.6482 If by chance he doesn’t answer, you can leave him a message or send him a text. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Give us a call 828.391.8645 or shoot me an email tamara@aglaviation.com Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro