For Immediate Release                                                            For more information contact: June 24, 2026                                                                           Eric Rojek                                                                                                Covington Aircraft Engines                                                                                                539-286-3525                                                                                                ericr@covingtonaircraft.com (United Kingdom) The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted Covington Aircraft EU Limited, the European division of U.S. based Covington Aircraft Engines, approval for expanded engine service … Continued

Okmulgee, OK – After servicing literally thousands of Pratt & Whitney Canada R-985 and R-1340 radial engines over more than fifty years, Covington Aircraft Engines has announced it will be closing their legendary radial engine shop at the end of 2025. Bob Covington and Paul Abbott founded the company in 1972 with a focus on Pratt … Continued

Okmulgee, OK – In support of Corporate Angel Network’s recent expansion of aircraft qualified to provide free transportation to cancer patients to now include turboprops, Covington Aircraft Engines (Covington) has announced discounted pricing on engine maintenance, service, and parts for operators of qualified PT6A-powered aircraft who participate with Corporate Angel Network (CAN) in their life-saving … Continued

For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 9, 2024 For more information contact:Eric RojekCovington Aircraft Engines539-286-3525ericr@covingtonaircraft.com Covington Aircraft Engines opens new Service Center in the United Kingdom.   Okmulgee, OK – Covington Aircraft Engines has officially opened the doors of its second overseas Service Center. Located in the southwest of England near Wimborne, Dorset, Covington Aircraft EU Limited is … Continued

For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 25, 2023 For more information contact:Eric RojekCovington Aircraft Engines539-286-3525ericr@covingtonaircraft.com Pratt & Whitney Canada Renews Covington Engines’ DOF Certification Okmulgee, OK – In addition to heralding their 50th year in business, Covington Aircraft Enginesis celebrating renewal of their certification as a Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF). As a DOF, … Continued

The PT6A engine by Pratt & Whitney Canada is one of the market’s most reliable and powerful turboprop engines. It is used in a variety of aircraft, from light singles to large turboprops, and is highly regarded for its reliability and performance. The engine has been in production since the mid-1960s and has undergone numerous … Continued

Air Tractor is a leading manufacturer of purpose-built aircraft for agricultural, firefighting and a variety of utility applications. From North, South and Central America, to Australia, Indonesia, and China to Spain, Italy, Croatia and Africa, Air Tractor aircraft can be found in more than 30 countries around the world and are supported by a global … Continued

Though the 1928 Ford Tri-Motor aircraft, also called the “Tin Goose,” is no time machine, the pilot and passengers agreed the 30-minute ride on the first commercial aircraft and mass-produced airliner gets close enough.

The PT6A-140AG engine sets the benchmark for performance and fuel efficiency for the agricultural segment, delivering 15 percent more power and five percent better specific fuel consumption (SFC) than other engines in its class.

These days, most large airplanes have started using turboprops and jet propulsion systems. But the reality is that a radial engine may be a much better option for those who own smaller airplanes or fleets. Understanding why can help you understand why that radial engine – though an old model – could still be the … Continued