Alpha Zulu has released a new book, “Owner Assisted Aircraft Maintenance.” “Aircraft owners are seeking ways to learn more about their machines, improve the quality of maintenance, and reduce maintenance costs, which led to the creation of this book,” said author Daniel MacDonald, a pilot, flight instructor, and former flight school owner. “Summarizing three decades […]
FlyPMA.com transitions to subscriber-based service
FlyPMA.com, an independent organization that provides a user-friendly search platform of corrected PMA part information, has expanded its offerings, while at the same time transitioning to a subscriber-based service. In a statement sent out to users, officials said: “In an effort to expand our PMA database, FlyPMA has been integrating industry submitted PMA data that […]
A great GA destination
EAA 551’s Mark Priglmeier, who may be GA’s best ambassador, recently sent us a note, telling us of a wonderful aviation experience that started, unhappily enough, with a mechanical issue: “Alright all you aviation buffs, what are some things we look for when we fly somewhere? Convenient lodging, dining, attractions, and shopping top my list. […]
SAIB: Goodyear Aviation tires
The FAA has issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerting pilots and aircraft manufacturers of possible inner tube failures made from butyl rubber by Goodyear Aviation Tires. According to the FAA, there have been several reports of Goodyear inner tube failures during cold weather operations. The failures were reported following short flights or following […]
Museum sponsors Wings of Freedom Tour
MAPS Air Museum in North Canton, Ohio, will sponsor the Collings Foundation‘s “Wings of Freedom Tour” Friday, Aug. 12, through Monday, Aug. 15. The foundation will fly its B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and P-51 Mustang to the museum. Arrival is set for 2 p.m. Friday afternoon, with departure slated for noon on Monday. A […]
$12 million in grants to improve Washington airports
Twenty-six Washington airports will receive a share of nearly $12 million in federal, state and local funds to maintain airport pavements, improve safety and enhance security. Of that amount the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) contributed $1.1 million through its Airport Aid Grant Program, and used $433,290 in state funds to leverage more than […]
Delaware proclaims aviation month
Declaring that general aviation GA and local airports play “a vital role in the lives of our citizens, as well as in the operation of our businesses and farms,” Delaware Governor Jack Markell and Lt. Governor Matthew Denn recently issued a proclamation declaring July 2011 as General Aviation Appreciation Month in the state. Delaware, known […]
Priest pilots flock to Iowa
The National Association of Priest Pilots, which promotes aviation and teaches others how it helps the cause of the church, recently had their annual gathering in Mason City, Iowa. According to a report from local television station KIMT, the group has been gathering annually for the past 50 years. Read the report here.
Long Beach to celebrate 100th anniversary of Cal Rodgers’ epic flight
A series of events celebrating Cal Rodgers’ flight from Sheespshead Bay, N.Y., to Long Beach, California, will takeoff Saturday, Sept. 17 – the same day Rodgers began his transcontinental quest 100 years ago. Just eight years after the Wright brothers’ first flight, Rodgers proved that man could fly across the United States. This daredevil aviator, […]