Raisbeck Engineering’s increased gross weight kit to 10,560 lbs. (ramp weight) and 10,500 lbs. (takeoff weight) are now included at no charge with the purchase of its Crown Wing Locker System. Deliveries are set to begin in April for the package, which is available for all 1,470 C90s and 347 E90s. The $49,949 package price […]
Aspen Avionics president launches Blog
Aspen Avionics President and CEO John Uczekaj has launched a blog to record his own experience as an Aspen customer, having recently installed a three-display Evolution Flight Display System in his plane, a 2002 Diamond DA40. “I know that many aircraft owners are wary of the cost and time involved in a panel upgrade, so […]
Embry-Riddle offers Certificate of Management in Aviation Safety
The Professional Programs Office of the College of Aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will host three five-day classroom courses in May at the university’s Daytona Beach campus that will cover the latest topics in safety, security, human factors, and accident investigation. Participants may elect to take a course independently or complete all three courses to […]
AirVenture offers military discount
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is offering a discounted admission price to those who have served in the military. Active military members, reservists and veterans will receive up to a 20% discount on daily admission to the show, which is slated for July 26-July 1 at Wittman Regional Airport in Wisconsin. Daily admission purchased online through June […]
NATA develops new maintenance award
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has developed a new maintenance organization honor open to any full-time aircraft and/or components maintenance or repair business or a Part 91, 121, 125, 127, 129, 133, 135, 137, 141, 145 or 147 entity that conducts aviation maintenance. The NATA Aviation Maintenance Technician Employer Recognition Program awards aviation maintenance […]
AOPA Jacket now available
Now available at Sporty’s is the AOPA Leading Edge Jacket. The jacket features a wind- and water-resistant exterior and a fleece interior, but remains lightweight and breathable, according to Sporty’s officials. Available in black, the jacket is priced at $79.95. For more information: 800-SPORTYS or Sportys.com
Wondering where to get yours?
When reporter Meg Godlewski wrote about a T-shirt she saw at the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo, it generated a lot of interest with our readers. The T-shirt is covered with acronyms that pilots are so familiar with, such as ATP, CFI, and more. The shirt also has pilot slang terms, such as $100 hamburger. While […]
Harrison Ford’s Haiti relief flights
Actor Harrison Ford flew his Cessna 208 Caravan to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Saturday, Feb. 6, to command an airlift of Operation Smile medical volunteers and supplies into Hinche, Haiti. Ford volunteered his time, piloting skills and aircraft in response to an urgent request from Operation Smile, Inc. for logistical support after the organization announced […]
The year of engagement
It takes more than alphabet groups speaking up to teach opinion leaders and decision makers about GA — it takes each pilot and aircraft owner stepping up and becoming actively engaged with their community leaders. “As I see it, some of the top issues for the coming year and beyond must include protecting our nation’s […]