ASA has released the seventh edition of Inspection Authorization Test Prep, designed for Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT) seeking an Inspection Authorization (IA) qualification, as well as for AMT schools preparing students for the IA test. The new edition provides the information and resources needed to pass the FAA Knowledge Exam and helps IA candidates become familiar […]
Picture of the day: Low pass
Leonel Fernandez sent in this photo with a quick note: “Super Decathlon N16BY…Low pass in Ranchito, Dominican Republic, Aug. 16, 2016.
New book spotlights Katharine Wright
DAYTON, Ohio — Katharine Wright, the youngest of the Wright siblings, emerges from her brothers’ long shadows as the subject of “Maiden Flight,” a new book by Harry Haskell of Guilford, Conn. Maiden Flight, released by the Chicago Review Press imprint Academy Chicago, is the fictionalized telling of Katharine Wright and Henry J. Haskell’s love affair. Written […]
AOPA to host Wings ‘n Wheels at KFDK
FREDERICK, Maryland – The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) will host Wings ’n Wheels at the National Aviation Community Center (NACC) at Frederick Municipal Airport (KFDK) on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature aircraft, automobiles, and motorcycles, as well as children’s activities, live entertainment, local […]
Blackhawk expands dealer network with Hampton Aviation
WACO, Texas – Hampton Aviation has joined Blackhawk Modification’s global network of authorized dealers. Hampton Aviation is a King Air heavy structural repair, inspections, and modifications facility located in the hills of western Arkansas since 1965. Hampton is scheduled to complete the installation of an XP135A ENGINE+ UPGRADE on a 1992 King Air C90B. This […]
Recreational Aviation Foundation expands board
BOZEMAN, Montana — The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has added two members to its board of directors. Jack Tyler of Bozeman and Bill McGlynn of Leavenworth, Washington, will take on roles associated with the RAF’s mission of preserving and creating airstrips for recreational access. The RAF was organized in 2003, and has grown to nearly 8,000 members […]
Hydratight introduces digital torque series
Torque equipment manufacturer Hydratight has launched its Sweeney brand digital torque multiplier series. Complete with a high resolution 7-inch Android tablet display, the multipliers increase accuracy and control during all operations, according to company officials. The series has been launched in 1,000 and 5,000 foot-pound models, with a third 2,200 foot-pound model in development. The equipment […]
Video: ALIAS demonstrated on Caravan
MANASSAS, Virginia – Aurora Flight Sciences recently demonstrated its Aircrew Labor In-Cockpit Automation System (ALIAS) on a Cessna Caravan. On Oct. 17, 2016, Aurora demonstrated the system’s automated flight capabilities with ALIAS flying a Caravan through basic maneuvers under the supervision of a pilot. Developed under contract through the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), ALIAS […]
Picture of the day: Seaplanes at Greenville
Frequent contributor Brian Neidhardt attended the Greenville International Seaplane Fly-In in early September and captured a treasure trove of photos. This Cessna 180 landing over the town of Greenville on Mooshead Lake is just one. See his entire gallery on the show here.