Houston’s 1940 Air Terminal Museum at Hobby Airport will give away a vintage 1958 Cessna 172 in a live raffle drawing July 17. The drawing will be the culmination of a year-long fundraiser and will be the museum’s third airplane give away, according to officials. Museum president Drew Coats explained, “This raffle has turned into […]
Oshkosh-bound DC-7B makes first flight in six years
For the first time in nearly six years, the Historical Flight Foundation’s DC-7-B took to the skies last weekend following an extensive renovation and restoration at Miami’s Opa Locka Airport, Florida. According to a report at EAA.org, the gleaming red, white, and blue airliner in Eastern Airlines livery took off of runway 9L July 4 […]
FAA makes changes to DC Special Flight Rules
The FAA has unveiled a number of changes to the restrictions governing the Special Flight Rules Area surrounding the nation’s capitol, effective Sept. 1. The most significant change will affect pilots who lose radio contact with controllers while flying VFR after departing from an airport located within the Special Flight Rules Area (a circle of […]
Pilot FAR/AIM for iPad released
CoDeveloper has launched PilotFAR/AIM 4.1, with new support for the Apple iPad. PilotFAR/AIM now runs on the full gamut of Apple iOS devices including the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, and is a free upgrade for existing users. CoDeveloper also offers individual PilotFAR and PilotAIM apps, which are also now available with iPad support. PilotFAR/AIM […]
Accident Forgiveness Program expanded
Insurance underwriter Starr Aviation has signed on as a supporter of the AOPA Insurance Agency’s Accident Forgiveness and Deductible Waiver Enhancement program. The program rewards safe flying by pilots who demonstrate their continuing commitment to aviation safety education. Under the program, Starr Aviation will waive the deductible, up to $500, provided the pilot involved has […]
Scheyden introduces Revelry composite hybrid frame
Scheyden Precision Eyewear has unveiled its Revelry frame, a new style in the company’s Composite Hybrid collection. Designed as a smaller version of the Revelstoke model, the Revelry Composite Hybrid, which sells for $259 to $309, fuses a cedar rolled composite frame with flexible, hypoallergenic NiAg temples and cloisonné tips for comfort, even when wearing […]
Battle of Britain Watch premieres
The RAF has commissioned watchmaker Christopher Ward to create a watch to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Battle of Britain. The design of the automatic watch is based on the Air Ministry’s military issue pilots’ watch of the time (reference number 6B/159) and displays The King’s Crown and laurel wreathed RAF Crest of the period. […]
San Diego museum opens 3D/4D theater
The San Diego Air & Space Museum recently opened its new 3D/4D Zable Theater. The theater uses the newest 3D technologies but takes it to the next level, employing interactive seats and special effects built into the theater itself. The theater seats 36 guests per show, and they are played continuously each day. Films include […]
Flying Circus takes off
While the American Barnstormers Tour has concluded, many of the barnstormers are now participating in the Flying Circus at various events through the country, including the Wausau Balloon and BBQ Festival. Stearman pilot Sarah Wilson, who blogged about the tour for GeneralAviationNews.com, continues her Barnstormers Blog with what’s going on with the Flying Circus: Each […]