People who shine lasers at aircraft face FAA fines of up to $11,000 per violation and up to $30,800 for multiple laser incidents. The FAA has issued $600,000 in fines since 2016, which includes $120,000 in 2021.
Beech Fan Club takes off
To reinforce that owners of all aircraft brands are invited to attend the annual Beech Party at the Beechcraft Heritage Museum, the museum has created a new fan club.
D-Day Squadron documentary premieres
A new film, “Into Flight Once More,” tells the stories World War II veterans, crews, and the reenactment of “Operation Overlord,” the code name for the Battle of Normandy, which took place on June 6, 1944.
Picture of the Day: Over the valley
Dale Rhodes submitted this photo and note: “Coming up on Shiprock, New Mexico, just outside of Monument Valley.”
Pilots buy Candlelight Farms Airport
The airport, just 75 miles from New York City, is “a magical, scenic, relaxing place, owned by friendly aviation enthusiasts.”
Video: A tip to predict icing conditions
The new video offers one trick to predict icing conditions while flying.
Got a great idea for a bizav business?
MRO Insider is hosting #PitchAv, a business aviation focused pitch competition, during the National Business Aviation Association 2021 convention, slated for Oct. 12-14 in Las Vegas.
Picture of the Day: In support of Operation September Freedom
Ryan Weir submitted this photo and note: “Tracy Butler took this picture of me (back seat) getting checked out in Clint Cawley’s Stearman by Frank Hoogkamer on a beautiful summer day in western Washington with Mt. Rainier in the background. Since this photo was taken, Clint donated the Stearman to Dream Flights. I’ll be supporting of Operation September Freedom as a pilot. Operation September Freedom is the largest barnstorming event in U.S. history, and the first and only Dream Flight Tour dedicated to honoring the men and women who fought in the war that changed the world.”
NBAA to require vaccines at convention
By requiring everyone at the show be vaccinated, National Business Aviation Association officials say wearing a mask will be a “personal choice” for exhibitors and attendees.