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In Today’s Episode of ‘This Actually Happened’…

In February 2026, a private jet taking off from a Florida-area airport had to abort almost immediately after something very unexpected happened:

It hit multiple deer on the runway during takeoff.

Yes—multiple.


What happened

  • The jet was accelerating for takeoff like normal
  • Suddenly, a group of deer ran across the runway
  • The plane struck several of them
  • The pilot later described it as feeling like “getting hit by lightning”

At that point, takeoff was immediately aborted and the aircraft had to return for inspection. 

Article Link: https://people.com/private-jet-strikes-deer-during-takeoff-emergency-landing-florida-airport-11906106

Tech Tips & Deep Dives

The “Invisible” Enemy: Microbiological Growth in Jet Fuel

The Tech Tip: It’s not just water in the tanks; it’s a living organism called Hormoconis resinae. If left untreated in a Falcon or Gulfstream that sits for too long (especially in the Florida humidity), it creates a sludge that eats through tank linings and clogs fuel controllers.

The Falcon 50 Tear-Down Report

The BAM Team

At Boca Aircraft Maintenance (BAM), we’ve spent the last few months scaling up to meet the demands of elite business aviation. Whether you are hunting for a mission-critical part or looking for a world-class maintenance home, our latest expansion has officially changed the game.

📍 The New Standard: Our SRQ Facility

We are officially operational in our state-of-the-art ±36,229 sq. ft. hangar and office facility, strategically located on the east side of Sarasota Bradenton Airport (SRQ). This isn’t just a hangar; it’s a full-scale aviation hub designed for the next generation of flight departments:

  • Massive Hangar Capacity: Our ±24,765 sq. ft. hangar bay is built for scale, easily accommodating aircraft up to Boeing 737 size.

  • The Fuel Advantage: We feature an on-site 20,000-gallon fuel farm, offering operators the rare potential to save millions through self-fueling—a massive win for charter and private flight departments.

  • Executive Infrastructure: The facility includes eight executive offices, a large conference room, private restrooms, and a dedicated executive kitchenette, making it a “home away from home” for flight crews and management.

  • Exclusive Opportunities: We are currently welcoming aviation companies (Charter, Business Aviation, or Private Flight Depts) to secure 1st-floor rentals with dedicated ramp access and limited hangar space. Optional direct gate access to the taxiway is available for those who value absolute efficiency.


🛠️ The “Hangar Vault”: Falcon 50 Teardowns

While our facility grows, so does our inventory. We have officially completed our 2nd Falcon 50 Teardown, adding thousands of high-demand components to our internal stock.

    • Traceable & Ready: We don’t believe in “lead times.” Every part from our teardown projects is inspected, logged, and ready to ship today.

    • Pedigree Matters: Because these parts come from our own controlled teardowns, we can guarantee the traceability and documentation that Part 145 operators require.

    • Search and Secure: Our website inventory is live. Find your Part Number, verify the status, and call us to get it crated. From movable slats to APU starter generators, if we have it on the shelf, it can be on your ramp tomorrow.

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