Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast doesn’t roll off the tongue, and neither does ADS-B. But when it comes to what this system means for you and your aircraft, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Cincinnati Avionics wants to make the decision easier, so it has compiled information on ADS-B to answer all the questions you may have that […]
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FlightSafety to build new learning center in Columbus, Ohio
FlightSafety International will build a new Learning Center in Columbus, Ohio. “FlightSafety is proud to have been a member of the Columbus community since 1999,” said Bruce Whitman, President & CEO. “Investing in this new Learning Center demonstrates FlightSafety’s commitment to provide customers and teammates with efficient, comfortable and conveniently located facilities. Every aspect is […]
Clay Lacy donates business jets to LA aviation school
VAN NUYS, Calif. — Veteran pilot and business aviation pioneer Clay Lacy has donated two retired corporate jets — a Learjet 24 and Gulfstream GIISP — to an aircraft mechanics school at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Operated by the Los Angeles Unified School District’s North Valley Occupational Center-Aviation (NVOC-Aviation), the adult education program has prepared individuals for […]
On your mark, get set…Air racing season begins
For most aviators, air racing is on the Bucket List, somewhere between flying into AirVenture and getting a seaplane rating. The Sport Air Racing League can help you cross that one off the list — and you don’t need a special airplane to do it. Established in 2006, the Sport Air Race League conducts races […]
Solar-electric powered aircraft focus of DaVinci Institute presentation June 10
George E. Bye, CEO and Founder of Bye Aerospace, will speak on the endurance capabilities and benefits of solar-electric powered aircraft as part of DaVinci Institute’s Speaker Series on Tuesday, June 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the DaVinci offices in Louisville, Colo. Bye is a long-time advocate for electric and solar-electric propulsion for general aviation […]
National Air and Space Museum receives $30 million from Boeing
Boeing is donating $30 million to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum to support the museum’s educational activities and exhibitions, including an extensive renovation of its main hall, “Milestones of Flight.” It will be completed in time for the museum’s 40th anniversary in 2016, which is also the aerospace company’s 100th anniversary. The expanded […]
3CK gets grant for runway reconstruction
The Illinois Department of Transportation has provided grant authority to proceed with the design for the reconstruction of runway 8-26 at the Lake in the Hills Airport (3CK). This $5 million project will reconstruct and widen the existing runway to bring it up to current FAA standards, airport officials said. “This will be a significant safety improvement […]
SPOT marks 3,000th rescue
SPOT products have been used to initiate 3,000 rescues around the world since the technology’s launch in 2007. With more than 200,000 SPOT units in service, the company reports it is averaging a rescue a day. SPOT delivers satellite-based connectivity and real-time GPS tracking, completely independent of cellular coverage. “Lifesaving rescues around the globe are now a […]
Summer fun with Jerry Trimble Helicopters
McMINNVILLE, Ore. — Jerry Trimble Helicopters (JTH) is planning a fun summer with two upcoming events: The JTH 4th annual touchdown autorotation contest and a Poker Run. The 4th Annual Touchdown Auto Rotation competition is slated for June 22. New this year is a flour bag bombing contest. Spectators can sit in the bomber’s seat of the […]