A college student’s flights home every weekend have turned into food flights.
Effort begins to make it easier to park your plane
Many airports have transient GA parking areas that are available to pilots, but are either not labeled or labeled in a way that is not clear or relevant to the ramp’s purpose. Standardized terms will eliminate confusion for pilots, better identify parking options for pilots where they exist, and assist pilots in preflight planning.
Applications open for GlobalAir.com scholarship
Deadline to apply for the $1,000 scholarship is Aug. 15, 2021.
Picture of the Day: Stearman camping at X06
Ken McKenzie submitted this photo and note: “The start of another beautiful day at Arcadia Municipal Airport (X06) in Florida. Great light-weight hiking gear fits nicely into the Stearman, allowing Sonia and I to enjoy the beauty and hospitality of southeast Florida. X06’s campground is spacious, the airport staff fantastic, and the local town a treasure trove for antique seekers. Be sure to add X06 (voted 2020 GA Airport of the Year) to your must fly to list.”
GA advocates fight proposed legislation that would hobble NYC’s helicopter industry
The GA advocates emphasized that New York City does not have jurisdiction to impose the restrictions set forth in the two bills. The proposals are preempted by federal law, with only the FAA having the ability to regulate aviation over the city and the terms of access to public heliports, the GA advocates advise city officials.
Go flying, get free ForeFlight gear
Pilots who fly into certain FBOs across the south during the month of April will be able to pick up free ForeFlight gear and also be entered for a chance to win a monthly and a grand prize.
Flight Chain App updated with new accident case studies
No more monthly subscription fees, along with other updates for the Flight Chain App, while the accompanying blog has new accident case studies to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.
Picture of the Day: A Husky adventure
Sue Haun submitted this photo and note: “A flight of two Huskys over the Salt River Range with Visser Peak in background. The Husky A-1Cs were flown by Stephen Bobko (white Husky) and Bobby Drouin (yellow Husky).”
10 best-selling rotorcraft of 2020
Even in a tough year, when rotorcraft sales down 20%, there are some models that outsell others. Airbus, Robinson Helicopters, Bell Helicopters, and Leonardo made the list of Top 10 best-selling rotorcraft of 2020, with most companies grabbing more than one spot.