Aircraft Maintenance · A&P / IA · Junction City, Kansas

Aircraft Maintenance You Can Trust. Documentation You Can Rely On.

Matta Aviation Services provides A&P IA aircraft maintenance in Junction City, Kansas. Every inspection and maintenance action is backed by full Inspection Authorization — meaning we perform the work and return your aircraft to service legally and properly.

Maintenance Services

Annual Inspections (Annual)

FAA-required annual inspections performed thoroughly and signed off by an IA. Full logbook documentation. Aircraft returned to service in airworthy condition.

100-Hour Inspections

For aircraft operated for compensation or hire. Completed on schedule with minimal aircraft-on-ground time and full documentation.

Squawk Troubleshooting & Repair

Grounded by a recurring write-up or an unresolved discrepancy? We diagnose and fix the root cause — not just the symptom.

Avionics Coordination & Installs

ADS-B out compliance, GPS upgrades, IFR avionics installs, and ATC compliance coordination in collaboration with certified avionics shops.

Owner-Assist Maintenance

Understand your aircraft better while keeping the work legal. Owner-assist opportunities under proper A&P supervision, where regulations allow.

Pre-Buy Inspection Guidance

Considering purchasing an aircraft? Get an experienced A&P IA perspective on the aircraft's condition before you commit to the purchase.

AD Compliance Research

Airworthiness Directive research and compliance verification. Know your aircraft's AD status and what's due before the next inspection.

Logbook Review & Documentation

Clean, complete logbooks protect aircraft value and prevent regulatory problems. MAS reviews documentation and ensures proper record-keeping.

Hourly Rates & Inspection Estimates

Transparent labor estimates for annual and 100-hour inspections, with clear communication throughout. Parts, consumables, and discrepancies are itemized and billed separately—no surprises. Use the picker below to preview your aircraft's estimate, or browse the full list.

Hourly Rates

Single-Engine Piston$125/hr
Turbo Piston$145/hr
Turbine / Turboprop$175/hr
Multi-Engine (Piston)$155/hr
Mooney (All)$145/hr
Avionics (Install)$155/hr
On Call MX After Hours +$75/hr
On Call MX Holiday Hours +$100/hr
Owner-Assisted (+ $25/hr)
Limited to non-critical tasks under direct supervision.

Quick Notes

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    Times shown are typical inspection man-hours only; discrepancies & parts billed separately.
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    Oil-change baseline: ~2.7 hrs per engine (access/cowlings may vary).
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    Twins: multiply oil-change hours by the number of engines.
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    We inspect to OEM checklists and 14 CFR 43 Appendix D.
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Included (Labor)

What's Included in Our Annual / 100-hr Inspection

AD research (up to 2 hours) and logbook review
Clean, gap, test, and rotate spark plugs
Pre- and post-inspection engine runups & systems checks
Cylinder compression test
Battery servicing and basic electrical checks
Oil & filter change
Air filter replacement
Lubrication: pulleys, hinges, bellcranks per OEM
Wheel bearings clean / inspect / repack
Landing gear retraction / extension test (if applicable)
Mag-to-engine timing check
Remove / install inspection panels & interior as required
ELT test & inspection per FAR 91.207
Complete airframe / engine / prop inspection to 14 CFR 43 App. D
Labor only. Parts, consumables (oil, filters, shop supplies), AD/SB compliance beyond inspection scope, repairs, troubleshooting, and correction of discrepancies are billed separately at the applicable hourly rate. Actual hours may vary with aircraft condition, access, modifications, corrosion, and documentation quality. Owner-assisted work is limited to pre-approved non-critical tasks under direct supervision.
Parts & materials billed separately.

Why Aircraft Owners Choose MAS

A&P and IA Authority

We hold both the A&P and IA — meaning we perform the maintenance AND sign the aircraft back into service. No waiting for an outside IA.

Pilot Perspective

Eddie is also an active CFI with 3,000+ flight hours. Maintenance decisions are informed by real operational flying experience.

Transparent Communication

You'll know what we found, what it costs to fix, and why it matters — before we do anything. No invoice surprises.

Proper Documentation

Every maintenance entry is accurate, complete, and regulatory-compliant. Your logbooks are valuable — treat them that way.

Important Maintenance Notice

All maintenance recommendations should be verified against current FAA-approved data, applicable airworthiness directives (ADs), service bulletins, and the aircraft's type certificate data sheet (TCDS). This website is informational only and does not constitute a maintenance approval or airworthiness release. Aircraft-specific requirements vary. Always consult with a licensed A&P mechanic or IA for aircraft-specific guidance.

Request Maintenance or a Quote

Contact MAS to schedule your inspection, describe a squawk, or request a pre-buy evaluation. We serve aircraft owners in Junction City, Fort Riley, Manhattan, and Central Kansas.