Whether you’re a pilot, aircraft owner, mechanic, student, or aviation enthusiast, Continental® invites Oshkosh attendees to join a series of educational seminars designed to provide practical knowledge that can be applied both in the hangar and in the cockpit. Led by Continental experts, each session will focus on real-world engine operation, maintenance, and ownership topics to help attendees better understand the systems that power their aircraft.
Mixture Wars: Understanding Both Sides of Peak
Explore the science behind rich-of-peak and lean-of-peak engine operation and how each affects power output, fuel consumption, cylinder temperatures, and engine longevity. This seminar will break down common misconceptions, explain when each operating method is appropriate, and provide practical guidance to help pilots make informed engine management decisions in every phase of flight.
Built for the Long Haul: Keys to Engine Longevity
Achieving TBO starts long before an engine reaches overhaul. Learn how proper engine management, preventative maintenance, trend monitoring, and operational best practices work together to maximize engine life. This seminar will provide owners and operators with practical strategies to improve reliability, reduce operating costs, and keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently for years to come.
Engine 101: The Fundamentals Every Pilot Should Know
A strong understanding of engine operation is essential for every pilot. This session covers the fundamentals of Continental® engines, including engine instrumentation, operating limitations, performance indications, and common pilot-controlled factors that influence engine health. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to interpret engine data and use it to support safe and efficient flight operations.
Understanding Magnetos: The Spark Behind Reliable Flight
Magnetos are among the most critical yet often least understood components of a piston aircraft engine. This seminar will provide an overview of magneto operation, maintenance requirements, inspection intervals, common wear items, and troubleshooting considerations. Attendees will gain a better understanding of how magnetos contribute to engine reliability and what owners and maintenance professionals should look for when using Continental’s magneto service kits to keep ignition systems performing at their best.