TWE

Services

Jamies healing hands The Trudeau Warbird difference is
Honesty, Integrity and 32 years of Experience.

Not only are we a full service aircraft maintenance shop, specializing in T-28's
 and other vintage aircraft,
but we will bring our expertise to
your
location. 


TWE has you covered; From Inspections, to Pre-buys, From Heavy Repair to Parts Fabrication,
From Fabric to Paint, supported by the
Largest Vintage Parts Inventory in the WORLD,
The Question is what
don't we do...

Inspections: 
Full Annual Inspections
, 100 Hour Inspections and Conditional Inspections are all  TWE Specialties for all types of aircraft - from warbirds to the complete line of GA aircraft. Using NATOPS manuals, we've created our own extensive inspection checklist for T-28's with an emphasis on aging aircraft issues.
   ~Ask us about coming to YOUR location for All Inspections~

Jamie Inspecting a plane

Maintenance: Trudeau Warbirds is ready to Repair or Restore your plane, from the Ground Up.  Jamie Trudeau has refinished over 800 planes; we keep you flyin'.

 

Heavy Repair: We not only deal with regular maintenance items, but All structural issues concerning the integrity of the aircraft. These can include the replication and repair of formers, spars, stringers, control surfaces, firewalls and much more.
Sheet Metal: We have a complete sheet metal facility, including an English wheel, piccolo, and a planishing hammer to create or repair any structure necessary. All materials are FAA PMA approved, regardless of their use in experimental or registered aircraft.
Machine Shop: We have a complete machine shop including a Bridgeport milling machine, metal lathes, TIG and MIG welding equipment, along with the usual presses, brakes, and shears necessary for all fabrication needs. A certified welder is also on the premises.

Parts Fabrication:
We have the ability to fabricate any part or after-market system you might want, from control-yoke activated Smoke Systems, to remote mounted video camera installations. The ability to fabricate any part in-house eliminates costly outsourcing expenses and time delays.


 
*With our access to licensed Engineers, we can install (or design) any mod, and expedite any FAA paperwork necessary (STC or 337 Field Approval) for your aircraft. We take pride in our precision and attention to detail, whether it be in the repair of an item, or the submission of the required paperwork. Our goal is to preserve the integrity AND enjoyment of flying for aircraft owners, by providing professional services at a reasonable cost.
Fabric: We can recover any type of fabric aircraft or control surfaces with Ceconite or cotton for historic accuracy. All finishes, processes, and stitching are appropriate to the underlying materials as per FAR's.

Painting: Trudeau Warbird Enterprise has leased a state-of-the-art climate-controlled down-draft paint facility. We will now have the ability to refinish all the aircraft we are restoring or repairing. This service will be offered only to our warbird customers.

 

Off Site Maintenance:
Here in Florida or around the World
Due to increasing demand, and to keep your costs down, TWE now will come to your remote location for Annual or 100 Hour inspections, and moderate maintenance needs. Don't hassle with ferry permits or radial engine fuel costs for long travel distances, call Jamie today for a free estimate.  (941) 505-0088

   

Pre-Buy Inspections:
Want to Buy a Warbird?
Call Jamie Trudeau!
After decades of working on these birds, he can help you make a sound judgment before you make your purchase.
Please call for more information:
(941) 505-0088

shipping overseas

TWE goes INTL!
With the growing global popularity of T-28's we now have customers all over the world.
 Please contact us with any needs you have:
(941) 505-0088
Janet@TrudeauWarbird.com