The newest IMC Club Chapter will open as the first chapter at a private residence. Pilots will gather at Amir Blachman’s home in Sherman Oaks, just outside Los Angeles, Calif., on Saturday, April 20, for a barbecue and the official inaugural meeting of the new Los Angeles Chapter. Blachman’s leadership experience began when he served […]
Continental’s flight training program gets FAA nod
Zulu Flight Training, a subsidiary of general aviation aircraft piston engine manufacturer, Continental Motors, has achieved acceptance for its Private Pilot Training Course under the FAA Industry Training Standard (FITS) program. FITS accredited programs help new pilots develop risk management skills, flight and aircraft proficiency and in-depth systems knowledge, company officials note. Coupling the FITS […]
Fantasy of Flight powers up for Mustangs & Mustangs
POLK CITY, Fla. — Fantasy of Flight’s Mustangs & Mustangs: Legends Havin’ Fun aircraft and automobile show celebrates its Sweet 16th birthday on Saturday, April 13. The event is considered one of the largest single day Mustang automobile show in Florida and the only event that showcases both the restored P-51 Mustang aircraft and Ford […]
New certifications for True Blue Power emergency power supply
WICHITA. — True Blue Power has received several FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for the TS835 Series lithium-ion emergency power supply (EPS). True Blue Power received a Part 25 STC for installation of the TS835 Series in LearJet 35/36 models and a Part 27 STC for installation in BK117 and EC145 helicopters. The company amended […]
Airports sue over tower closures
The Associated Press is reporting that several airports have asked a federal court to stop the FAA’s plan to close 149 contract air traffic control towers, accusing the agency of violating federal law meant to ensure major changes at airports do not erode safety. Central Illinois Regional Airport in Bloomington, Ill., has joined other airports, […]
Going to SUN ’n FUN and want to learn more about NextGen?
The FAA’s NextGen system is scheduled for launch by the end of the year. Are you ready for this change? Matchbox’s Jeffrey Boccaccio, NextGen columnist for General Aviation News, will offer a free presentation demonstrating how easy this transition will be for general aviation pilots, from an application and installation standpoints, not to mention the […]
Just Aircraft surpasses 300 orders
WALHALLA, S.C. — Just Aircraft has received its 300th kit order and it’s for a Highlander SuperStol. The order was placed by Ken Ryan of Anchorage, Alaska ,who reports he was impressed with the redesigned wing with new wing slats, Fowler flaps and an improved landing gear that accommodates tundra tires, company officials said. An […]
General Aviation Security Magazine goes global
Planehook Aviation Services president David Hook — and General Aviation News blogger — reports that his company’s magazine, “General Aviation Security,” is now available to general aviators worldwide, thanks to the distribution power of Magzter. “The general aviation community is a global community,” stated Hook. “Thanks to our teaming with Magzter, General Aviation Security now […]
‘Goose’ power added to Reel Stuff Film Festival of Aviation
DAYTON, Ohio — Actor — and pilot — Anthony Edwards has been added to a pair of film industry luminaries participating in the Air Force Museum Theatre’s special presentation of TOP GUN 3D on Saturday, April 13, in Dayton, Ohio. Edwards, who played the role of Navy Lt. Nick “Goose” Bradshaw in the 1986 Paramount […]