In mid-March, the Commemorative Air Force BT-13 aircraft experienced a loss of power and vibration on the downwind leg, but the pilot was able to make a safe, essentially power-off landing. The engine went to the overhaul facility at Covington Aircraft Engines where their overhaul contract estimate plus other accessories work needed, freight, and parts result in a complete overhaul that will cost $78,000.
Additional Assets Deployed To The Region In Search For Downed Airliner
The U.S. Navy is providing support to Indonesia in the search and recovery of AirAsia Flight QZ8501. The Navy has pushed its newest and most capable platforms forward in support of this important effort. USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) arrived in the search area Jan. 3 and has commenced search efforts for Air Asia flight QZ8501 at the request of the Indonesian government.
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