RAM Aircraft, L.P.

RAM Aircraft, L.P. is an aircraft engine overhaul and general aviation support company. It is located at Waco Regional Airport (KACT) in Waco, Texas, in Building 409. The company focuses on Continental 520 and 550 engines and the Beechcraft, Cessna and Cirrus aircraft they power.

The company says it was founded in 1976 by mechanics and engineers who focused on Twin Cessnas. It then began overhauling Continental 520 series engines. Over the years it has designed hundreds of STCs and PMA parts for these aircraft.

Engine work includes overhauls to new parts limits, balancing to RAM STC specifications and teardown inspections on Continental 520 and 550 engines. The company also offers fuel setup, oil changes and fuel system overhaul services. RAM engine packages come with engine and airframe accessories.

The parts department sells aircraft parts and propellers worldwide. Parts include PMA new parts, OEM new parts and overhauled parts. The site says RAM is a distributor for Hartzell, McCauley and Sensenich propellers. In-stock orders placed before 3 PM Central ship the same day.

Aircraft services include annual inspections and aircraft maintenance. The site lists inspections for lightning strike, prop strike, metal contamination and fuel contamination on engines. The company also offers a parts locator service.

The company publishes a long list of maintenance tips. Topics include pre-oiling procedures, alternator installation and oil recommendations. The company also offers a warranty called the RAM TBO warranty.

The company lists two approvals: FAA repair station VA1R551K and EASA approval EASA.145.5208. Hours are 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday. The phone number is (254) 752-8381. Sales staff are listed for engine and aircraft upgrades and for parts.