Wanted: Photos and stories of the airpark lifestyle
Posted on July 20th, 2014 by Ben Sclair
The August issues of General Aviation News will focus on living the residential airpark lifestyle. For those of you who are living the dream, do you have some great photos of your airpark or airpark home that you’d like to... Continue Reading →
Ask Paul: Tips to troubleshoot high oil temps
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by Paul McBride
Q: I have a 1998 Maule with an O-360 engine. I have the original needle oil temperature gauge, as well as a JPI-730 engine analyzer, and they both read the same temperature during all phases of flight. My annual was... Continue Reading →
Air Tractor president briefs Congressional staff
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Jim Hirsch, president of Air Tractor, and a board member of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), briefed staff of the U.S. House of Representatives this week on the Export-Import Bank’s importance to small businesses. Based in Olney, Texas,... Continue Reading →
Searey introduces frise aileron
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
TAVARES, Florida — Progressive Aerodyne, manufacturer of Searey Light Sport amphibious airplanes, has developed a new Frise aileron for all new factory-built Searey Elite and Searey Sport model airplanes. The new aileron, developed by Progressive Aerodyne engineers, is a milestone improvement in Searey... Continue Reading →
First flight: Sun Flyer
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
DENVER, Colorado – The single-seat technology demonstrator for the “Sun Flyer” solar-electric airplane completed first flight tests and will make its public debut July 27 in Oshkosh, the evening before the official start of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Sun Flyer, being... Continue Reading →
Able Flight’s Class of 2014 to get their wings at Oshkosh
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Able Flight‘s newest pilots will receive their wings at a pinning ceremony at EAA AirVenture. This year’s class includes two pilots who are quadriplegics, one who is a paraplegic, one who has a spinal condition and two who have lost one... Continue Reading →
Sennheiser plans AirVenture activities
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
OSHKOSH — Aviation headset manufacturer Sennheiser has unveiled a packed agenda at this year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh with sponsorships, a flight pinning ceremony, and the fifth annual Podapalooza social media gathering. Continue Reading →
Aircraft Tool Supply celebrates 40th anniversary
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
OSCOLA, Mich. — Aircraft Tool Supply, a manufacturer and distributor of sheet metal tools, riveting products, inspection equipment, and aircraft engine maintenance tools, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Continue Reading →
Video: Greenland from the air
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by Ben Sclair
Fly along over Greenland (which isn’t very green) from the comfort of your chair. A GoPro in an Eagle360 camera mount recorded this flight that culminates in a landing in Illulissat. Enjoy. Isn’t aviation great? Continue Reading →
Avflight offers fuel discount to AirVenture attendees
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Stop at Avflight at Salina Regional Airport (KSLN) in Kansas n your way to and from AirVenture 2014 and receive a discount of 10 cents a gallon on full-service purchases. Avfuel Contract Fuel and AVTRIP Points are available, according to company officials. For more... Continue Reading →
Deer bends Cheetah
Posted on July 23rd, 2014 by Meg Godlewski
Aircraft: Grumman Cheetah Injuries: None. Location: Ray Township, Mich. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot, the landing was normal and uneventful, but during the roll out he noticed noticed two deer on the left side of the runway. Continue Reading →
The story behind Aeroshell’s iconic cow poster
Posted on July 22nd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
As many of you read this, you may be on your way to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, slated for July 28-Aug. 3. I hope to be there this year and may see some of you. I always enjoy Oshkosh, but... Continue Reading →
July 23 hearing to examine state of aviation manufacturing
Posted on July 22nd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House Aviation Subcommittee, chaired by U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo (R-NJ), will hold a hearing July 23 to review the state of American aviation manufacturing, including economic health and challenges facing the industry. Continue Reading →
Volunteers help reopen L88 runway
Posted on July 22nd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Volunteers from Tehachapi, Bakersfield, Santa Maria and Shafter in California worked hard this past Saturday to assist the airport owner re-open the runway in New Cuyama, California. The group of 20 pilots and aviation enthusiasts were brought together by a common theme: Roll... Continue Reading →
All-metal folding-wing Groppo Trail now available in U.S.
Posted on July 22nd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
The Italian Groppo Trail is now available in the U.S. The high-wing light-sport or amateur-built kit features tandem seating, all-metal construction, and wings that are foldable in less than five minutes by one person. Continue Reading →
John McLain flies west
Posted on July 22nd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Sad news: We just found out that long-time CFI John McLain, who wrote a column for General Aviation News’ former sister paper The Southern Aviator, passed away in April after a battle with pancreatic cancer. A very nice tribute written... Continue Reading →
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