The Aircraft Electronics Association is reporting that its former president and a legend in the avionics industry, Monte R. Mitchell, passed away Oct. 16, in Lee’s Summit, Mo., at the age of 83, following a brief illness. Mitchell served first as the AEA executive director, then as president of the association from 1977 to 1996. […]
Arizona Aircraft Expo slated
Several aircraft dealers in Arizona are working together to create the 4th Annual Arizona Aircraft Expo, scheduled to take place Nov. 9 and 10 at Landmark Aviation at Scottsdale Airport (SDL), where the general public and prospective buyers can see the newest technologically advanced aircraft from Cessna, Cirrus, Beechcraft, Diamond, Eclipse, Embraer, Piper, Lancair, Quest, […]
AMETEK names Field Aviation authorized service center
AMETEK Aerospace & Defense has selected Field Aviation as its exclusive authorized service center for Canada. Field Aviation will work on specific products from AMETEK’s Power & Data Systems business unit. “Our agreement with Field Aviation reflects our continuing effort to enhance our aftermarket capabilities,” said Keith Reazin, Vice President of Power Data Systems for […]
The Breitling Dragon Tour 2012
The Breitling Jet Team, Breitling Wing Walkers and Yves “Jetman” Rossy are flying East for the winter, to bring Breitling’s passion for aviation to new audiences in what is being called “The Breitling Dragon Tour.” All three teams are heading to Asia to participate in Airshow China 2012, held in Zhuhai, Guangdong province. Although the […]
Landmark Aviation ROA showcases remodeled facility
Landmark Aviation at Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) in Virginia recently hosted an open house to showcase its newly remodeled facility. “Landmark Aviation is committed to supporting and furthering the future growth of the Roanoke Valley community, and we are excited to be able to offer a truly first-class experience to those flying into the area,” […]
New England Air Museum slates Veterans Day program
The New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, will hold its annual Veterans Day program Nov. 11. Visitors can meet and talk with local aviation combat veterans from World War II, the Cold War era, the Vietnam Conflict, and Iraq and Afghanistan. Many of these veterans have had experience with the aircraft in the […]
16-year-old Georgia boy spends birthday soloing three different aircraft types
A solo flight series showcasing one young man’s efforts to learn to fly three different kinds of aircraft was successfully accomplished over the weekend, beginning with a night three ship formation flight launched at midnight Oct. 14. The day began early for Drew Gryder of Hampton, Georgia, as he sat strapped in his single engine […]
NATA: Candidates need to focus on benefits of general aviation
In advance of tonight’s second presidential debate, officials at the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) are encouraging both President Obama and challenger Mitt Romney to focus on the vital role that aviation plays in the U.S. economy. “The general aviation industry employs 1.3 million people and contributes more than $150 billion to the U.S. economy,” […]
Updates for iFly GPS released
Adventure Pilot has released its Version 7.5 Software Update for its iFly GPS. Enhancements include Portrait Mode, Interactive Instrument Mode, WAC Charts and more. The update will begin shipping immediately and is available for existing iFly 700 and iFly 720 owners. The Version 7.5 Software Update extends the capability of the iFly GPS with Portrait […]