Failure to follow procedure proves fatal
Posted on April 18th, 2014 by Meg Godlewski
Aircraft: Cirrus SR22. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Anderson, S.C. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot was practicing takeoffs and landings with a CFI. The CFI then got out of the airplane and instructed the pilot to do three takeoffs and landings... Continue Reading →
Max Conrad: The early years
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by Dennis Parks
When he died in 1979, Max Conrad was known the world over as the “Flying Grandfather.” A long-distance record breaker in light aircraft, most notably the Piper Comanche, Max was generally credited with more flying time than any other pilot... Continue Reading →
EASA STC granted for diesel Archers
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Piper Aircraft and Continental Motors Group have collaborated to obtain a European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Supplemental Type Certificate for Piper Archer aircraft powered by the Centurion 2.0S diesel engine. Continue Reading →
Tecnam reports success at SUN ‘n FUN
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Tecnam reports its most successful visit ever to the SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo at Lakeland, Florida, with both the announcement of the launch of Tecnam USA Inc.’s dedicated facilities in Sebring, Florida, and sales orders on 12... Continue Reading →
Trailer for new Disney Planes movie premieres
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
The new “Thunder” trailer for Disney’s PLANES: FIRE & RESCUE is now available on Disney.com. Check it out here. The movie opens in theaters July 18. Continue Reading →
Barksdale AFB Open House and Air Show features Thunderbirds
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER, La. — Barksdale Air Force Base, in partnership with the Shreveport-Bossier Military Affairs Council, is hosting the annual Barksdale Air Force Base Open House and Air Show from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., April 26-27. This free event invites the public... Continue Reading →
Frasca integrates Garmin’s GTN 650 into sims
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Frasca International recently delivered flight training devices (FTDs) with Garmin GTN 650 avionics. Continue Reading →
Tennessee law firm expands practice with focus on UAS
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
NASHVILLE — Bone McAllester Norton has expanded its Entrepreneurial and Emerging Business Law practice group to include legal services in the area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones. Continue Reading →
New video help pilots make decisions on Cirrus aircraft for sale
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Innovation Aircraft Sales operator Jeff Baber has created a video series to assist those looking to buy a Cirrus aircraft for sale. Continue Reading →
Low-altitude manuever kills three
Posted on April 17th, 2014 by Meg Godlewski
Aircraft: Cessna 185. Injuries: 3 Fatal. Location: Blanding, Utah. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot was accompanied by his father and his flight instructor, who was very experienced in mountain flying and familiar with the local canyon areas. Continue Reading →
Confusion surrounds Motor octane rating
Posted on April 16th, 2014 by Ben Visser
Earlier this year I gave several state IA renewal seminars. I always enjoy these because I get to greet many old friends and find out what is going on in the industry. I also get a lot of excellent information from... Continue Reading →
Jetmobile debuts at SUN ‘n FUN
Posted on April 16th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
So just what does a 747 captain think about while he’s flying over the ocean? If you are Paul Holmes, you’re thinking, “That number one engine would look really good on wheels.” After a lot of scribbles on bar napkins... Continue Reading →
Organizations call on FAA to expedite UAS rulemaking
Posted on April 16th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) and the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) have joined 31 other organizations to send a letter to the FAA encouraging the agency to expedite the rulemaking process for unmanned... Continue Reading →
Flying with Diabetes fly-in planned
Posted on April 16th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
A Flying With Diabetes weekend is planned for July 26-27 at Council Bluffs Airport (KCBF) in Iowa. Continue Reading →
Able Flight awards nine new scholarships
Posted on April 16th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
It’s a record setting year for Able Flight with nine new scholarships awarded to date. Six of the recipients will soon begin their training at Purdue University’s Department of Aviation Technology, one has completed a career training course, and two... Continue Reading →
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