Amazon Aviator
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Ok, I’m not talking about “flying the jungles of South America” kind of Amazon Aviator. I’m referring to the cyber-jungle that is Amazon.com. Why am I a big fan of Amazon? Because you can find almost anything at the click of a button and aviation paraphernalia is no exception. [br]
It’s not just about books anymore! Although Amazon does have an unrivaled selection of books, it also has about anything else you might want. [br]
Need a flying gear, no problem! General parts for your airplane, sure thing! And much, much more.
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I was blown away recently when I happened to look on there for a replacement battery for my airplane and I found it (same manufacturer and part number, but less expensive). Amazing! More poking around and I discovered headsets, transceivers, GPS units, and the list goes on and on. [br]
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Plus I love buying something and then throwing in an obscure flying book or other aviation knick knack that I might not otherwise come across at the local brick and mortar book emporium. [br]
If you are an Amazon power-user like me, you can join AmazonPrime and get several other perks, chief among this is free and unlimited 2-day shipping. Although I am an Amazon AffiIiate, I admit that I haven’t graduated to that level just yet…
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Pricing varies so I can’t testify that Amazon is always cheaper, but they do a good job in most cases. Plus if you aren’t opposed to buying something “pre-owned” that is often an option as well!
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In my recent need to obtain new spark plug wires for my IO-360A1A, I looked, but no joy. I guess I found the limits of what Amazon can do for aircraft maintenance.
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So I have incorporated Amazon into my shopping scan and unless price is significantly better somewhere else, you can call me the Amazon Aviator!
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I totally agree with you Brent…I too am an Amazon junky where I purchase 90% of my aviation books and videos. That is the site that I am sure your first novel (surely you will be writing one) will be available and I will be first in line to purchase it. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Gary! Great minds think alike!
Brent
I’ve bought more than my fair share of aviation stuff on Amazon, too. Heck, I’ve bought more than my fair share of everything on there.
One pro tip – if you receive one of those prepaid gift/credit cards (as a gift, rebate, etc.) that start charging fees after a few months, I just convert them all into Amazon credit since it’s fee-free and never expires. Just buy an electronic gift card, email it to yourself, then apply the credit to your account!
Thanks Steve! Great tip!
Brent