Whenever a pilot remarks to Dick Collins about his being a high-time pilot, Collins responds, “It’s only the next hour that counts.” That answer was the impetus behind Collins’ latest book, an all-new collection of Collins’ wisdom and personal insights learned from his lifetime of flying general aviation airplanes. “The Next Hour” is written to […]
A new day for Piper Aircraft
It’s a new day at Piper Aircraft. New owners have infused the company with new capital and a growth strategy that officials hope will once again make Piper a leader in general aviation. Named for Bill Piper, often called the “Henry Ford of aviation,” Piper has weathered a lot of tough times in the last […]
High-rise rescue plane in the works
Moller International has begun working on a version of its Neuera-series VTOL aircraft specifically designed for urban search and rescue operations, dubbed the “Firefly.” “The Firefly can address the pressing need for a vehicle that is able to extract trapped personnel directly from the upper floors of office buildings,” said Dr. Paul Moller, president. “It […]
Selling LSAs at the mall
US Aviation, based at Denton Airport (DTO) in Texas will display a Remos GX LSA at the Golden Triangle Mall, Sept. 11-13. The LSA’s pilot, Michael Combs, plans to fly it in all 50 states, starting next April. The journey will cover 18,400 miles. Combs says his aircraft, called Hope One, will be the first […]
Airboss featured at LoPresti First Saturday
LoPresti First Saturday, which will be held at the company’s new facility at Sebastian Airport (KX26) in Florida, will feature airboss Wayne Boggs, who will show attendees what it’s like behind the scenes at an air show. The monthly event includes a charity breakfast, which begins at 9 a.m. Boggs’ presentation is slated for 10 […]
‘Cash for Junkers’ on a new Legend Cub
American Legend Aircraft Co. has unveiled its “Cash For Junkers” rebate program, offering $4,500 back on the purchase of a new Legend Cub. The company will provide a $4,500 rebate to customers who purchase a new LSA and deliver an otherwise out-of-use aircraft, no matter the operating condition. The company will donate aircraft collected under […]
BFR: Does nothing for safety
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The original reason for the BFR was to reduce accidents. Where is the data that shows that it has done that? It don’t exist. It is nothing but a pain in the butt. It does nothing for safety. It’s like the helmet law for motorcycle riders. In California it was pushed […]
Arnold Palmer to appear at NBAA 2009
Golf legend and pilot Arnold Palmer (pictured) will be among the participants in the opening general session for the National Business Aviation Association’s 62nd Annual Meeting & Convention this October (NBAA2009). “We’re very excited to include Arnold Palmer among the speakers at this year’s convention,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “Arnold is recognized […]
2010 FAR/AIM available
ASA’s 2010 FAR/AIM Series is now available. Both the FAR for Flight Crews and FAR for Aviation Maintenance Technicians are available. The FAR/AIM book and Flight Library Pro DVD will be available Sept. 9. ASA consolidates the FAA regulations and procedures into three reference books and one DVD with information pertinent to pilots, flight crew, […]