The Flight Safety Foundation and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently released the Runway Excursion Risk Reduction (RERR) tool kit. The tool kit provides an in-depth analysis of runway excursion accident data, a compilation of risk factors, and provides recommendations for operators, pilots, airports, Air Traffic Management, Air Traffic Controllers and regulators to assist […]
Pilot’s caddy debuts
The Senior Pilot’s Caddy from Sporty’s is big enough to hold the flight essentials, yet compact enough to fit in small spaces. Two pockets are sized to hold Jepp binders, FAA approach plate books, A/FDs or checklists. The side pockets hold pens, flashlight, fuel tester, credit cards, ID and more. A hard rubber handle is […]
GE Aviation win Czech research grants
The Czech Government has awarded research grants valued at about $4 million USD (70 million CZK) to GE Aviation Czech. The grants, awarded through the Czech Republic’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, will assist GE Aviation Czech in incorporating advanced technologies into its existing Walter M601 series engines, according to GE Aviation officials. to reshape […]
Safe Flight donates $50,000 to CAN
Safe Flight Instrument Corp. has contributed $50,000 to support the work of Corporate Angel Network, the public charity that coordinates free flights to treatment for cancer patients using the empty seats of business aircraft. The organization, which has received dozens of honors for its humanitarian work, has arranged flights for more than 32,000 cancer patients. […]
Deadline nears for Iowa photography contest
Deadline for the Iowa Aviation Photography Contest is Oct. 9. Contest winners receive recognition, customized certificates, and a chance to make it in the annual Iowa Aviation Calendar, according to state aviation officials, who note the photos are also used to educate the public and promote aviation throughout the state of Iowa. Contest information is […]
BoomBeams OK’d for Citations
LoPresti Aviation has received FAA STC approval for its BoomBeam HID lights on the Citation 560. “Every Citation pilot knows that Citation flights are measured in ‘Bulbs per Hour’, with one of six lights burning out with high-cost frequency,” said Curt LoPresti, CEO. “Safety is aviation’s number one agenda. We know that the addition of […]
FAR and AIM flashcards updated
ASA’s flashcard study aids have been given a content and format makeover with the latest regulatory changes and a new size. Flashcards are a great way to keep skills sharp and help pilots prepare for that important test, checkride, or interview, ASA officials note. The Flashcards Study Guides from ASA provide regulatory questions with detailed […]
Free Sport Pilot addendum available for ASA’s “The Complete Private Pilot”
Bob Gardner has created a Sport Pilot Addendum for his “The Complete Private Pilot” textbook and syllabus. These free downloads provide the information needed for flight schools, instructors, and students to follow the Private Pilot course they’re familiar with, modified to meet the Sport Pilot requirements, ASA officials said. This approach also means flight schools […]
The beginning of the end to TFRs?
The recent TFR over Martha’s Vineyard for President Barack Obama’s vacation created a gateway airport system that allowed GA pilots to operate within the 30-nm ring and the inner 10-nm-radius no-fly zone, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Pilots had to request a waiver online from the FAA at least 72 hours in […]