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20th extension to FAA reauthorization approved
Sending a signal that negotiations for a multiyear deal is near, Congress again approved an extension of the existing FAA reauthorization bill, but just for another three weeks, according to a story in The Commercial Appeal of Memphis. It is the 20th extension of the FAA bill that expired in 2007. Read the full report […]
You can still block your N-Number — maybe
The FAA has issued a Q&A document to help explain which airplane owners can continue to block display of their flights after the Blocked Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program ends later this year, according to a report by Mac McClellan at EAA.org. Only those who are able to “certify” that a “Valid Security Concern” exists […]
Piper assists AirNav in launch of FBO app
Piper Aircraft is sponsoring the launch of AirNav.com’s new app for iTouch, iPhone and iPads. The first 2,000 subscribers will have the option to receive an annual $4.99 subscription to the application for free when they complete a brief online survey from Piper Aircraft. To subscribe to the new application, go to AirNav.com, click on […]
RANS re-releases classic instructional video
RANS Designs Inc. has re-released its classic instructional video on how to clear coat on Dacron aircraft covering. Many ultralight aircraft use a per-sewn Dacron sailcloth for covering material. Overexposure to sunlight will diminish the strength of the Dacron. Clear coating with a good quality urethane is highly recommended for both longer life and improved […]
Beringer introduces nosewheel for RV-10
Beringer Wheels & Brakes has introduced a new nosewheel and axle kit for the Van’s RV-10. The new nosewheel kit includes the lightweight Beringer wheel and a mounted tubeless tire, plus a one-piece thru-axle and associated parts and hardware necessary for the installation. Builders have long battled the setup of the nose wheel, which, in […]
Cessna launches mobile version of customer service website
Cessna Aircraft Co. has launched a new mobile version of its Citation Customer Service website. Customers can go to Cessna.mobi on their smartphones, iPads or tablets to access contact points for technical information, Cessna Service Parts & Programs, Citation Service Centers, field service reps, customer care, authorized service facilities and the Customer Service leadership team. […]
Landmark Aviation begins operations at MIA
Landmark Aviation, which earlier this year was awarded a 10-year lease to be the new FBO services provider at Miami International Airport MIA, began operations earlier this month. “We have been looking forward to being a part of the Miami International Airport and Miami-Dade County community,” said Dan Bucaro, President & CEO of Landmark Aviation. […]
And the winner is…
The final results of the Air Race Classic have been revealed and our intrepid reporter, Amelia Reiheld, and her partner, Linda Keller, placed 37th. Coming in first was Team #26, Leah Hetzel and Sarah Morris from Jacksonville University, flying a Cirrus SR-20. For a full list of the race results, click here.