Members of the 1941 Historical Aircraft Group Museum in Geneseo, N.Y., were overwhelmed on Christmas weekend when it was announced that a C-47 was donated to the museum. The C-47 cargo aircraft, affectionately known as the “Gooney Bird,” was the workhorse of the Army Air Corps, serving in all theaters during World War II. In […]
Alaska’s Rodger Borer dies at 82
Longtime Alaska resident and aviation pioneer, M. Rodger “Lone Ranger” Borer, died Dec. 26, 2004, at his home in Anchorage of natural causes. He was 82. An aviation mechanic, Borer was a founding member of the Alaska Airmen’s Association. He still holds the record for longest continuous membership in the organization. In 1957 he opened […]
TSA mandates online course for CFIs
All over the country CFIs spent a few hours in front of the keyboard earlier this month to comply with the TSA’s security awareness training requirements for flight instructors. CFIs are required to take the online interactive course, which is designed to teach them how to spot potential terrorist threats. The course includes tips on […]
Adam A500 propellers pass stringent FAA test
Hartzell Propeller Inc.’s high technology, blended airfoil propeller system for the Adam Aircraft A500 has passed the final hurdle for certification on the aircraft. A recent FAA regulation requires all new pusher propeller installations, such as the aft propeller on the Adam A500, to ingest airframe ice shed during an inadvertent icing encounter without causing […]
Cirrus reaches international
Cirrus Design Corp. is expanding its international reach with the creation of Cirrus Russia, a sales center based in Moscow. In addition to sales, the center will also provide service for Cirrus aircraft.
Diamond Twin Star received EASA IFR certification
The Diamond DA42 Twin Star has received EASA IFR certification. This follows base certification, which was granted in May 2004. The aircraft, which is equipped with Thielert Centurion 1.7 turbo diesel engines and the G1000 fully integrated cockpit, made its maiden flight Dec. 9, 2002. In anticipation of the IFR certification, production is already well […]
Ametek Aerospace introduces next generation active fuel probe
Ametek Aerospace & Defense has developed a new generation of active liquid-level probes that offers significant weight and cost savings, while providing performance advantages over alternative fuel gauging technologies. The next-generation probe design offers reduced minimum gauging height (improving system accuracy), insulating end cap (permitting closer skin spacing), all electronic calibration (no mechanical potentiometers), self-shielding […]
Miller debuts 2005 catalog
Miller Electric Manufacturing Co. introduces its 2005 catalog, which provides technical specifications, features, benefits and selection tips for Miller’s line of welding and plasma cutting products and accessories.The 84-page catalog also features a glossary of welding terms for those who may be unfamiliar with terminology. To receive the catalog, which is free, call 800-4-A-MILLER (800-426-4553) […]
Educated Owner series now available on DVD
Approach Aviation has released The Educated Owner Video Series on DVD. The series is dedicated to helping aircraft owners and pilots increase safety and reduce the costs associated with aircraft ownership. The series covers preventive maintenance, the annual inspection and introduction to aircraft ownership. Retail price for each volume is $39.95. For more information: 877-564-4457.