Our Services

At Jumper Aircraft Maintenance, we offer a full range of private aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting services for piston, turbine, single-engine, and twin-engine aircraft. We follow manufacturer data, deliver thorough documentation, and provide honest communication every step of the way. Based at Fort Smith Regional Airport, we’re here to keep you safe, compliant, and confident in the air.

Whether you’re scheduling a routine inspection or need help solving a complex issue, we bring the skill, tools, and care to get the job done right — the first time.

Engine Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

We specialize in diagnosing piston and turbine engine issues — from hard starts and temperature spikes to abnormal engine behavior in-flight. Using manufacturer guidelines, real-world experience, and diagnostic tools, we identify and fix problems with accuracy.

Services Include:

• Expert piston & turbine diagnostics

• Compression tests, borescope inspections

• Oil analysis, vibration troubleshooting

• Cooling system and ignition evaluations

Avionics Installation & Upgrades

Whether you’re upgrading to a full glass cockpit or need ADS-B compliance, we install and troubleshoot modern avionics with precision. We’re trained in systems from Garmin, Avidyne, Dynon, Aspen, and more.

Services Include:

• New panel layout and retrofits

• Custom instrument panel fabrication

• Troubleshooting and repair of existing systems

• Audio panels, GPS, EFIS, ADS-B installs

• Wiring cleanups and legacy replacements

Annual & Phase Inspections

We perform complete inspections according to FAA and manufacturer guidelines. Our inspections are thorough, well-documented, and include open communication about current condition, airworthiness, and upcoming service needs.

Services Include:

• Annual inspections for piston and turbine aircraft

• Phase inspections for aircraft >12,500 lbs

• Pre-buy inspections

• Airframe and system evaluations

• Logbook and compliance reviews

Major Repairs & Field Approvals

We handle complex airframe and engine repairs that require engineering judgment and FAA coordination. Our knowledge of 337 forms and field approvals helps move your project forward smoothly.

Services Include:

• Structural and engine component repairs

• 337 documentation and FAA field approvals

• Compliance with manufacturer service bulletins

• Restoration and modernization of older aircraft

Aircraft Assembly & Recovery

Have a project aircraft, kit build, or recovered airframe? We bring the technical skill and attention to detail needed to finish the job right — safely and in compliance with regulations.

Services Include:

• Project aircraft assembly and inspections

• Aircraft recovery and reassembly

• Kit completion support

• System testing and tuning

And So Much More

Our shop is equipped and ready for all kinds of general aviation tasks. From performance upgrades to fiberglass work, we pride ourselves on handling the jobs others turn away.

Additional Capabilities Include:

• STOL modifications and short-field upgrades

• Electronic ignitions and performance mods

• Cylinder R&R and engine conversions

• Fiberglass and window replacements

• Weight & balance recalculations (under 9,000 lbs)

Manufacturers We Support

We proudly work with a wide range of aircraft, engine, and avionics manufacturers, including:

• Airframes: Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft, Rockwell Commander, Socata

• Engines: Lycoming, Continental, Pratt & Whitney, Jabiru, Rotax, Franklin, SureFly

• Avionics: Garmin, Avidyne, Bendix King, Aspen, Dynon, Collins, PS Engineering, Stratus, Uavionix, Genesis STEC

• Associations: ABS (American Bonanza Society) Certified Repair Facility

Services Not Currently Offered

We strive to be transparent about what we don’t offer at this time:

• Oxygen system servicing

• Wood and fabric airframe repairs

• Fabric covering or tensioning

• Rotorcraft maintenance