The FAI — World Air Sports Federation — is on a quest to find an inspirational recipient worthy of the Prince Alvaro de Orleans-Borbon Grant – a $20,000 cash prize for pioneers involved in using drones for the good of humanity. “As the world governing body for all air sports, the FAI is responsible for […]
AOPA Flight Training Survey now open
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s (AOPA) You Can Fly initiative has opened the 2018 Flight Training Experience Survey. It will remain online until Aug. 13. Each year, AOPA requests feedback from recent student pilots and pilots who have received instruction within the last year about their experiences and the quality of instruction from flight […]
Phoenix by Blackhawk introduced
WACO, Texas – Blackhawk has launched it latest aircraft modernization program: Phoenix by Blackhawk. The program encompasses a complete nose-to-tail customization of legacy aircraft, including new or low-time Blackhawk XP Engine+ Upgrades, new or low-time propellers, fresh paint, new interiors, glass cockpit avionics, and fresh inspections. To qualify for the program, the aircraft must be […]
Raisbeck Engineering appoints new dealer in Rocky Mountain Region
Raisbeck Engineering, a provider of performance enhancement systems for business and commercial aircraft, has appointed Mayo Aviation to its global network of authorized dealers. Founded in 1978 and based at Centennial Airport in Englewood, Colorado, Mayo Aviation is a provider of aircraft maintenance, management service, and private jet charters. Mayo Aviation operates a fleet of […]
Picture of the day: Practice makes perfect
Photographer Eric Dumigan sent in this photo for Picture of the Day with a quick note: “The Canadian Harvard Aerobatic Team practice a formation loop in preparation of the Thunder Over Louisville Airshow. CHAT is seen over Chatham, Ontario, Canada on April 18, 2018. Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of […]
GA pilots struggle to interpret weather forecasts and displays
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – When tested on their knowledge of 23 types of weather information, from icing forecasts and turbulence reports to radar, 204 general aviation pilots surveyed by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University researchers were stumped by about 42% of the questions. The findings, published in the April 2018 edition of the International Journal of Aerospace […]
GA thwarts back-room ATC deal
Following opposition from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and other general aviation organizations, Rep. Bill Shuster (R-PA) has withdrawn controversial language in Section 5 of a last-minute “manager’s amendment” to H.R. 4, the FAA long-term funding bill. In response to calls by general aviation associations for action, pilots flooded the switchboard at the […]
Wings Club hits $5 million mark for scholarships
NEW YORK – The Wings Club Foundation has reached a milestone, raising $5 million for its scholarship fund. The money was raised through the foundation’s President’s Societies Membership Program and other contributions, according to officials. The President’s Societies initiative is designed to encourage long-term support and to recognize those who make a significant contribution to […]
Latest edition of Beyond Flight Training released
In print for more than 30 years, the fourth edition of Beyond Flight Training — previously published as 101 Things To Do With Your Private License — is packed with new ways for pilots to sharpen their skills and make every flying hour rewarding. In the book, veteran pilot and instructor LeRoy Cook reveals the wonders […]