General aviation is relatively new to Cuba. To obtain a Cuban landing permit, it is necessary to produce a copy of the aircraft airworthiness certificate, among other documents. When Cuban Civil Aviation authorities in Havana viewed their first “special” airworthiness certificate with “experimental” and “amateur built” across the top of the certificate, alarms bells began […]
SPOT reaches 5,000 saves worldwide
The SPOT family of products has surpassed a milestone, initiating 5,000 rescues around the world since its launch in 2007. These rescues have taken place on six continents and in more than 89 countries. Recent rescue Connor Gallagher was solo hiking in Colorado at an elevation of 11,000 feet and activated the S.O.S. button on […]
Belite introduces Fuel/Water Discriminator
The FAA has long warned: Water contamination of aircraft fuel systems has been and remains a major cause of aircraft engine power failure. (AC43-16, Alert 123) Belite RADIANT Technology has introduced a new product that alerts pilots to fuel exhaustion or water contamination. The new RADIANT Fuel/Water Discriminator will instantly tell the pilot or vehicle […]
Free social flight planning app debuts in U.S.
Airmate, the free social flight planning app, was launched in the U.S. at EAA AirVenture 2017. Used by tens of thousands of pilots in Europe, Airmate is now available in the United States and Canada. Features of the latest 1.17 version include: Moving map with worldwide aviation database updated free of charge Free airport approach […]
USAIG adds free subscription to Sporty’s Takeoff App Pro with new aircraft policies
USAIG and Sporty’s have teamed up to include one-year subscriptions for two pilots to Sporty’s Takeoff App Pro (a $119.98 value) with all new Owner Pilot aircraft policies. Aircraft covered under the Owner Pilot category are general aviation aircraft piloted by the owner or an owner-associate, and typically used for a combination of pleasure and […]
80 years and counting…
At AirVenture 2017, the 80th anniversary of the Piper Cub was celebrated. The iconic yellow plane was featured in a sea of taildraggers, as well as a lineup of Piper taildraggers in photos captured by General Aviation News Publisher Ben Sclair.
Wanted: Pilots and mechanics for overseas missionary assignments
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) has put out the help wanted sign: The organization, which provides medical flights from remote areas around the world, as well as delivering food and water and responding to disasters, is looking for pilots and mechanics. MAF officials tell the story of a young boy in Indonesia who benefit from MAF’s […]
Customize cabin heat with Turbo Heat
The Turbo Heat – from Custom Welding Products – is designed to match the exact specifications of each unique homebuilt. Each unit is made from industrial grade .063 aluminum tubes with .125 6061T-6 aluminum end caps laser cut, welded and machined to exact tolerance for ease of installation and a vibration free fit, according to company […]
King Schools discounts drone courses for AOPA members
Members of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) now qualify for an exclusive discount on the King Schools Drone Pilot License Test Prep Course. “AOPA’s recent creation of a Drone Pilot Membership welcomes people who fly, or desire to fly, drones,” said John King, co-founder of King Schools. “Many will be hoping to acquire a Remote […]