Welcome to ASAP Aviation Procurement, your solution for aviation and aerospace parts in need of immediate purchase. Commonly applied to rotary aircraft, abrasion strips are necessary for the overall health of a helicopter and its rotor blades. In this blog, to better understand the purpose and function of abrasion strips, we will dive into how they are applied, and discuss visual identifiers you should look out for during routine maintenance inspections which may signify the need for replacement or repairs.   Read more >>

In the realm of aviation, drag is an aerodynamic force that constantly acts against an aircraft as it traverses the sky. As a type of restrictive force, drag opposes the motion of an aircraft, causing it to lose airspeed. There are multiple types of drag that one may experience during a flight operation, and each differs in its source and characteristics. As a pilot will regularly face all types of drag during their career, it can be extremely beneficial to be aware of each type and their cause. Read more >>

When implementing numerous electronic systems in a single location, whether for an office or entertainment center, the amount of cables needed for all devices can take up space and quickly necessitate management for proper organization. To best organize cables, three common cable management solutions are commonly used. These include heat shrink tubing, cold shrink tubing, and electrical tape. To help you find which type is best suited for your particular needs, we will discuss each. Read more >>

A blind rivet, otherwise known as a POP rivet, is a specialized fastener that assists personnel in the assembly of components where there is no access to the rear side of the joint. Standard rivets feature a solid shank and hat, capable of being installed into an assembly by having their tail-end passed through a preformed hole prior to being deformed with the use of a tool. This deformity results in a second head being produced at the rear of the assembly, requiring the individual to conduct the deformation from the opposite side of the assembly. With a blind rivet, however, a tool may be used to pull the mandrel against the hat, allowing for pressure and expansion to increase until the rivet is fully installed. Read more >>

Hydraulics are extremely useful for a number of applications, providing large amounts of power that can be used for actuating and driving systems. Hydraulics are also commonly exposed to numerous environmental conditions, often coming into contact with dust, dirt, debris, and other various substances. If these contaminants enter hydraulic cylinders and other assembly components, performance can be lost and such equipment may even begin to face damage. With the use of devices known as wiper seals, cylinders and other components can be protected from contaminants with ease. Read more >>