The 60th annual Cactus Fly-In will be held March 2-3, 2018, at Casa Grande Municipal Airport (KCGZ) in Arizona. Organizers say the fly-in is the premier event for antique airplanes in Arizona. “Come check out a host of unique aircraft, learn something new during forum presentations, and mingle with folks who enjoy history and the […]
Picture of the day: Czech it out
Humberto Vivanco sent in this photograph for Picture of the Day of an L-39 on the ramp at the airport in Uvalde, Texas. “Small town, cool planes,” he says. Would you to like have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via the form below today’s picture or send it […]
Goulian wins Red Bull opener
A new decade opened for the Red Bull Air Race World Championship on Saturday, Feb. 3, and the 11th consecutive season opener at Abu Dhabi’s Corniche was loaded with surprises – perhaps none greater than the winner, the USA’s Michael Goulian, who logged his first victory since 2009 to claim the top of the overall […]
Survey: 53% of FBOs report increased fuel sales
Results of Aviation Business Strategies Group‘s (ABSG) Annual FBO Fuel Sales Survey indicates that 53% of FBOs in the U.S. experienced increased fuel sales in 2017 compared to 2016, with 73% of survey respondents giving a favorable rating to the economy. In addition, nearly half of the FBOs responding to the survey indicated they added […]
Governors increase funding for rural airports
Two governors in the Southeast have increased funding for rural general aviation airports, noting they recognize that having these airports upgraded is a key element in driving increased economic development in these areas. Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal recently proposed $25 million in increased funding for improvements and expansions at 11 rural airports, while Kentucky Gov. […]
Duncan Aviation named BendixKing repair partner
Duncan Aviation was recently selected by BendixKing as a BendixKing Repair Partner. This designation gives Duncan Aviation authorization to repair, overhaul and sell BendixKing components. As a repair partner, Duncan Aviation will provide 24/7 repair and overhaul service, support and sales for more than 100 BendixKing avionics and instrument units, including: KHF-950 System; ART 2000/2100 […]
Picture of the day: Hangar flying at its best
Frequent contributor Glenn Brasch sent in this photograph, explaining: “A 1974 Maule M5 — the first M5 made — sits behind a 1972 BMW R75/5 at KRYN outside of Tucson. Hangar flying at its best!” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All […]
KFXE launches WebTrak
Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) recently launched WebTrak, a web-based service by Brüel & Kjær EMS, that provides historical and near real-time flight tracking and noise level information to the community. “We recognize that our residents and businesses have concerns about aircraft noise. By introducing WebTrak, FXE is providing an informational tool that allows the […]
NBAA recognizes Top 40 under 40
The National Business Aviation Association’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation (NBAA YoPro) is accepting nominations for its first Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40, which will recognize the accomplishments of the industry’s next generation of leaders. Through June 30, peers and supervisors may nominate individuals online in one of eight categories: Airport Business Broker/Sales Business […]