Governor Martin O’Malley’s has signed a proclamation declaring September “General Aviation and Community Airport Month” in Maryland. “I am pleased to recognize this vital system of community airports and aircraft that contributes $2.1 billion in to our local economy and creates nearly 6,800 jobs to our state,” said O’Malley. “It’s important that we continue to […]
Career fair cancelled
An Aviation Career Fair due to take place Oct. 2 in Orlando has been cancelled due to low ticket sales, according to organizers. For more information: AviationCareerfairs.com
iChart app turns the iPad into an EFB
FlightPrep has released iChart for the iPad, an app that allows pilots to turn their Apple iPads into Electronic Flight Bags (EFB), giving them access to Sectionals, Terminal Area Charts (TACs), Low Enroutes, and Approach Plates. iChart gives pilots an easy and straight-forward chart management solution for the cockpit, according to company officials. By placing […]
New features added to Sporty’s Deluxe Timer
You’re flying an airplane, not baking a cake, Sporty’s officials point out, which is why Sporty’s Deluxe Timer was designed specifically for pilots with two goals in mind: To be simple to use and easy to read in flight. Based on customer feedback, Sporty’s has added features to the Deluxe Timer, including a dedicated zero […]
POWs tell tales of survival at Living History Symposium
World War II Prisoners of War will make history books come to life as part of Fantasy of Flight’s newest installation of its Living History Symposium Series. “Airmen in Captivity: The POW Experience” features former POWs willing to share their stories of courage. This is the first time the Polk City, Florida, attraction has offered […]
Experience “The Sound of Silence” with The Hush Kit
Vantage Plane Plastics is introducing the new “The Hush Kit” insulation. Available for Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft, and Mooney aircraft, the Hush Kit utilizes Armacell (Ensolite) GIC soundproofing/insulation, which has excellent vibration damping and noise absorption capabilities, according to company officials, who note Ensolite provides the best value in the market today with its thermal qualities […]
Celebrating the Cherokee’s 50th
This year marks the 50th birthday of the Piper Cherokee. The Cherokee first flew in January 1960, and received its type certificate in October of the same year. Cherokee owners throughout the country have been celebrating the golden anniversary throughout the year, with a variety of events. For example, Piper Aircraft launched the Cherokee Heritage […]
27K upgrades funded by recovery act
The FAA celebrated the completion of an upgrade at Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport (27K) in Kentucky, paid for with $3 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds. “Airport Recovery Act projects are helping boost local economies all across the country,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. “The Recovery Act is helping us keep our […]
Houses passes bonus depreciation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House of Representatives today passed the final version of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 which allows businesses to take advantage of the bonus depreciation tax incentive for general aviation aircraft purchases and components, including engines and avionics. This critically important legislation will help drive new sales for manufacturers as […]