FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt told attendees at the NBAA2009 Opening General Session Oct. 20 that widespread adoption of safety management systems (SMS) and an emphasis on pilot professionalism and mentoring will be the key to taking aviation safety to the next level. Because aviation is “exceedingly safe” already, SMS is “the only option” to take […]
Museum unveils ‘Amelia’ plane to coincide with movie premiere
On Friday, Oct. 23, The San Diego Air & Space Museum will unveil its Lockheed Vega 5B used in the movie “Amelia,” starring Academy Award-winning actress Hillary Swank. The plane was created as a prop for the film and was donated to the museum by Avalon Pictures. Amelia Earhart flew a Lockheed Vega 5B on […]
57th Fighter Group Restaurant reopens at PDK
The 57th Fighter Group Restaurant has reopened at Atlanta’s DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK). Under the new ownership of Pat Epps of Epps Aviation, the World War II-themed restaurant has updated its menu and facilities. The 57th Fighter Group Restaurant menu features a variety of popular American cuisines. Many of the restaurant’s long time favorite dishes, including […]
Air BP launches rewards program
Air BP has launched a new general aviation rewards program Bravo. Bravo members can “spend” their points on more than 45 million merchandise options, including travel, savings bonds and event tickets, according to company officials. The program also offers a concierge service to help members find custom items. Bravo members can track points, make purchases […]
Mid-Continent Instruments amps up
Mid-Continent Instruments introduces its newest battery system, the MD420-1 Emergency Power Supply. The 2.5 amp-hour battery powers electronic flight displays, standby instruments or other avionic systems, said company officials, who note Honeywell Bendix/King recently named the MD420-1 as the optional battery backup for the new KFD840 Primary Flight Display. The MD420-1 can be configured for […]
Book and memorabilia sale slated
The International Women’s Air & Space Museum at Burke Lakefront Airport in Cleveland, Ohio, is holding its first Aviation Book & Memorabilia Sale on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission to the sale and museum are free. The museum has received a number of donated items for the sale, including a […]
Colorado air show to expand
Colorado Sport Aviation, Inc. (CSA) today unveiled plans to add additional attractions to its air show and fly-in for 2010. Next year’s event will also commemorate the 50th anniversary of its venue. The Colorado Sport International Air Show and Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In will be held Aug. 28-29, 2010, at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport […]
Clay Lacy to be inducted into Hall of Fame
In a special presentation made Tuesday at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) convention in Orlando, Florida, the National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) revealed that Clay Lacy is among the four air and space pioneers to be honored with enshrinement in 2010. The names of the three other air and space pioneers to be […]
Oregon aviation director resigns
Oregon’s aviation director resigned Monday, citing his desire to run for political office, according to a story in the Statesman-Journal. According to the story, Dan Clem, who also serves on the Salem City Council, had been state aviation director since August 2007. Gov. Ted Kulongoski appointed him to the post after Clem had served for […]