RHINEBECK, N.Y. — With a goal of breaking ground in November, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome volunteers are hustling to raise funds for a new $150,000 Visitor Center. Plans are now complete for the gift shop, model museum and modern restrooms in one building. The biggest challenge is the deadline, Dec. 31, 2014. That’s the date set for a $20,000 challenge grant […]
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New York UAS test site now operational
The FAA reports that the Griffiss International Airport unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) test site in Rome, N.Y., is ready to conduct research on integrating UAS into the national airspace system (NAS). In addition to providing invaluable information for the integration of UAS into the NAS, the research at the Griffiss test site will evaluate methods for scouting […]
Kansas Aviation Expo takes off Sept. 22
The second annual Kansas Aviation Expo, slated for Sept. 22-26, will showcase business aviation as part of the event’s presentation on the importance of aviation to the state. This year’s expo, with the theme “Where Dreams Come True,” will include a career fair and three-day air tour of the state, said Jesse Romo, director of the […]
Landmark Aviation completes new FBO at San Diego International Airport
Landmark Aviation recently completed its newly-constructed facility at San Diego International Airport (SAN). “This project took a lot of collective effort and dedication over the last two years, and we are very impressed with the finished product,” Landmark Aviation President & CEO Dan Bucaro stated. “We are excited to offer our customers a more spacious […]
Virginia Tech UAS Test Site now operational
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The FAA announced today that the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University’s unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) test site program is ready to conduct research vital to integrating UAS into the nation’s airspace. The site is the last of six nationwide to be declared operational. To mark the event, FAA Administrator Michael Huerta, Virginia governor […]
Perlan Project partners with Airbus
Perlan Project, a not-for-profit aeronautical exploration and atmospheric science research organization that uses sailplanes designed to fly at extremely high altitudes, has partnered with Airbus Group to fly a glider to the edge of space. Airbus Perlan Mission II was unveiled last week at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, by Jean Botti, Chief Technical Officer at Airbus Group, […]
Bearhawk LSA Kit completes maiden flight
AUSTIN, Texas — Bearhawk Aircraft’s first kit-built Bearhawk LSA aircraft has completed its maiden flight. The Bearhawk LSA made its debut at AirVenture 2012 as a prototype constructed by its designer Bob Barrows. The Bearhawk LSA, available as a quick-build kit, is manufactured by Bearhawk Aircraft of Austin, Texas. Bearhawk Aircraft owner Mark Goldberg completed the […]
Cincinnati Business Aviation Symposium set for Sept. 5
Reynolds Jet Management will host the first Cincinnati Business Aviation Symposium (CBAS2014) Sept. 5. “We are excited about bringing this opportunity to our local business aviation community,” commented Al Mann, Director of Operations. “We have a fantastic line-up of presenters and topics.” The goals of CBAS2014 are three-fold: Bring together the leading business aviation companies and […]
Museum slates Aviation Day celebration Aug. 19
WINDSOR LOCKS, CONN. – The New England Air Museum adjacent to Bradley International Airport will celebrate National Aviation Day on Aug. 19. On this day, which coincides with Orville Wright’s birthday, activities include boarding the museum’s newest display aircraft, the HU-25 Coast Guard Falcon; designing a glider built around a straw that will fly the longest […]