General aviation is a homegrown American industry that is responsible for 1.2 million jobs and pumps more than $150 billion into our nation’s economy. But it’s also an industry that’s being held back by an antiquated regulatory system that is painfully unresponsive and out of touch, according to U.S. Rep. Todd Rokita (R-Ind.), who is also a […]
Are you a ‘real’ pilot?
According to “experts” — whoever they may be — “real pilots” only fly taildraggers, don’t use GPS, and don’t cancel flights. But Air Facts blogger John Zimmerman says he has a different definition of a real pilot. “It starts with someone who is smart enough to stay alive while flying, and it ends with someone […]
A new way to see New York
NEW YORK — On May 18, five Red Bull Air Force Wingsuit Flyers accomplished their dream of skydiving from above one of the world’s most recognizable skylines, Manhattan, in anticipation of the 2014 Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach, Long Island, over Memorial Day Weekend. The aerial athletes of the Red Bull Air Force propelled at 7,500 feet, […]
First production Citation CJ3+ rolls off manufacturing line
Cessna Aircraft Co. today celebrated the rollout of the first production unit of the Citation CJ3+ at the company’s manufacturing facility in Wichita, Kan. The new aircraft was first announced on March 20 of this year, and it is expected to receive FAA certification during the second half of the year. “Today’s rollout occurred just […]
CloudAhoy flight debriefing app integrates with LogTen Pro
CloudAhoy’s newest version of its flight debriefing and flight track analysis app includes the added feature of data sharing with LogTen Pro. Pilots using CloudAhoy can now share their flight data with LogTen Pro at the touch of a button. Chuck Shavit, CloudAhoy’s founder, said, “We’re very pleased to help pilots enter their flight information into LogTen Pro […]
Eagle Creek Aviation receives STC for Garmin G950 in Twin Commanders
INDIANAPOLIS — Eagle Creek Aviation Services has received Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for Garmin G950 glass flight deck installations in Twin Commander aircraft. This Twin Commander application of the G950 is essentially the complete Garmin G1000 installation less the Garmin Autopilot, according to company officials. In this installation, the G950 is coupled with the S-TEC […]
SkyPark Aviation Festival set for June 7
The fourth annual SkyPark Aviation Festival is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, at SkyPark Airport (KBTF) in Bountiful, Utah, just outside Salt Lake City. Aircraft manufacturers, aviation organizations, flight schools, food, airplane rides and more will be be available all day. Organizers say this is the largest general aviation event in Utah. For more information: SkyParkUtah.com
GlobalParts Group acquires Meyers Type Certificate
AUGUSTA, Kan. — GlobalParts Group has acquired the Type Certificate, intellectual property, tooling, and assets of the Meyers Aircraft Model 200 type design. It has formed a subsidiary, Interceptor Aviation, to facilitate the servicing and support of the iconic high performance single engine model, which was originally certified in the 1960s. The acquisition also includes the TC for […]
All 50 states have officially recognized importance of aviation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Alliance for Aviation Across America reports that all 50 states have officially recognized the importance of aviation, and most have recognized the importance of general aviation in particular. In all cases except Montana, which issued a letter, these have taken place in the form of a statewide proclamation issued through either the Governor’s […]