WILMINGTON, Ohio — The most recent runway in the United States to be certified by the FAA as Category III is located at the Wilmington Air Park. The Clinton County Port Authority and LGSTX Services recently received word from the FAA that the Instrument Landing System (ILS) on Runway 22R has been officially certified at Category […]
Gulf Coast Avionics opens new shop at KTPA
Gulf Coast Avionics has opened its 19th satellite avionics shop and pilots store in the new Sheltair FBO at Tampa International Airport (KTPA). “We’re very proud and excited about our new facility at Tampa International. Having the opportunity to be located right in the Sheltair FBO has already proven to be a fantastic benefit for […]
Several officials declare October ‘General Aviation Appreciation Month’
West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin has declared October 2016 “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” In West Virginia, general aviation contributes over $1 billion to the state’s total economic output annually. According to the proclamation: “The use of general aviation by businesses and farms in West Virginia is directly tied to the future growth and prosperity of the […]
Lineup finalized for Wings Over Houston Airshow
HOUSTON – The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline the 32nd Annual Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Wings Over Houston Airshow, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22-23, at Ellington Airport. Joining the Blue Angels will be the AeroShell Aerobatic Team, a demonstration flight of the F-16 Viper, aerobatic performances by Sean Tucker, Matt Younkin, Debbie […]
USAIG CEO to retire, replacement named
NEW YORK — United States Aviation Underwriters (USAU), the manager of the United States Aircraft Insurance Group (USAIG), revealed that David McKay, Chairman and CEO, plans to retire after nearly 40 years with the company. McKay’s retirement will be effective April 3, 2017. At that time, John Brogan will become President and CEO. Under McKay’s stewardship, […]
Pictures of the day: Scenes from Triple Tree Fly-In
More than 800 aircraft attended the 10th Annual Triple Tree Fly-In at the Triple Tree Aerodrome (SC00) in South Carolina, held Sept. 6-10, according to organizers, who report that the tower recorded more than 1,900 aircraft movements. Officials also noted that “for the first time ever” the newly expanded lower camping area was completely full by the second day of the […]
Advance tickets now online for Oshkosh
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — Advance purchase admission tickets and camping credentials are now available for the 65th annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in. The week-long event will be held July 24-30, 2017, at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.Daily and weekly admissions are available, including the ability to join EAA and immediately receive the best […]
FAI slates first International Drone Conference
FAI, the World Air Sports Federation, will hold an International Conference and Expo on drones in 2017, focusing on three areas: Sports, innovation and safety. The development of drone technology for business and industry has coincided with a boom in consumer and sports use. Drones in sport are leading to the rapid creation of races, […]
EPIC Fuels tapped as new fuel supplier at KOLS
Tiffin Aviation Services has selected EPIC Fuels as its new fuel supplier at its location at Nogales International Airport (KOLS) in Arizona. Tiffin operates the FBO and a flight school at the Nogales, Arizona airport. In addition to choosing EPIC as its fuel supplier, Tiffin will also accept the EPIC Card for fuel and ancillary […]