The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has a new, expanded location at AirVenture this year, across from the historic brown arch that serves as the gateway to the airshow and fly-by action at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH).
Scheme Designers brings Scavenger Hunt to Oshkosh
July 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
After an enthusiastic reception at SUN ‘n FUN, Scheme Designers is bringing its Scavenger Hunt to EAA AirVenture 2014.
AirSide Door to showcase new hydraulic doors at Oshkosh
July 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
When the AirSide Door team decided to launch their new brand of hydraulic lift doors, they decided that EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh was the place to be. The AirSide team, based out of Florida, and comprised of engineers, designers, installers, fabricators, and door specialists, put together a new design over the course of a year.
Poor maintenance brings down twin
July 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Aircraft: Piper Twin Comanche Injuries: None. Location: Bragg City, Mo. Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The pilot said the right engine stopped producing power in flight and that he was unable to maintain altitude. He made a forced landing to a field with the landing gear up.
Van’s debuts Dynon Skyview touch panel for RV-12
July 24, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Just in time for EAA Airventure Oshkosh, Van’s Aircraft and Dynon Avionics have introduced the dual-screen Dynon Skyview Touch option for the factory-built RV-12, available Sept. 1.
Think Global Flight resumes around the world flight to promote education
July 24, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Think Global Flight, in partnership with Ardwin Freight, will soon depart from Burbank, Calif., for completion of its around the world flight in a Citation Mustang under Captain Judy Rice’s command. Second Officer will be Ardwin Freight president and owner, Edwin Sahakain.
This effort was launched in a Cirrus SR20 donated by Guidance Aviation of Prescott, Ariz., and Baton Rouge, La. The national tour was completed in a Cirrus SR22T, donated by Ascension Aircraft at Peachtree DeKalb Airport in Atlanta. The addition of Ardwin Freight’s Citation Mustang broadens a greater representation of general aviation completing the flight in various aircraft, according to Rice. [Read more...]
Video: What ‘Augmented Reality Aerial Navigation’ looks like
July 24, 2014 by 6 Comments
The tagline is “Augmented Reality Aerial Navigation.” I’m more likely to call, “WOW!” Check out this video to see what I mean… [Read more...]
Bluetooth technology helps paper planes take off
July 24, 2014 by 1 Comment
TORONTO – PowerUp 3.0 has taken the average origami paper plane and transformed it into a paper drone by using the latest in Bluetooth Smart Technology and a free app for iPhone and Android devices.
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