GRANGEVILLE, Idaho – Warbird Weekend is approaching — July 12-13 — and two upcoming fund-raisers are planned to help fund fuel costs that support bringing more aircraft for the two-day show at the Idaho County Airport. This Saturday, June 14, the Blue Fox Theater in Grangeville will show the ‘80s classic film “Top Gun.” The show starts at 9 […]
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Golf Open raises $90,000 for aviation charities
Thanks to the generosity of 165 golfers, their organizations and the many sponsors who donated auction items, the 26th Annual Greater Washington Aviation Open (GWAO) Tournament raised $90,000, which was donated to two charities — Corporate Angel Network (CAN) and Veterans Airlift Command (VAC). CAN arranges free air travel using the empty seats on corporate jet aircraft […]
Wagstaff joins forces with Southeast Aero to create aerobatic school
Kramer Upchurch, president of Southeast Aero, and Patty Wagstaff have teamed up to create the Patty Wagstaff Aerobatic School in St. Augustine, Florida. Southeast Aero is the U.S. distributor for the Extra aircraft at St. Augustine Airport (KSGJ). The Patty Wagstaff Aerobatic School will focus on precision aerobatics in classic competition style for people who want to fly […]
Victor Technologies creates free web-based learning system
Victor Technologies has launched a new training site that allows users access to training materials and tools from the company’s website. Content is now available without log in or registration credentials, and it has been optimized for access on mobile devices, officials noted. Victor Technologies manufactures cutting, gas control and specialty welding equipment under brand names […]
Redbird Challenge on final approach
Think you have mad pilot skills? Are you willing to prove it and possibly win a free trip to AirVenture? You can, if you enter the Flying Cup Challenge sponsored by Redbird Flight Simulations, Flying Magazine, Jeppesen and ForeFlight. Introduced at SUN ’n FUN, the challenge has proven popular with pilots. “Challenges are being flown […]
House approves $15.7 billion for FAA in 2015
The U.S. House of Representatives voted Tuesday to provide $15.7 billion to the FAA in fiscal year 2015, representing a slight increase from the current $15.6 billion funding level. Significantly, the bill prohibits the imposition of aviation user fees and also fees for digital navigational charts, according to officials at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association […]
It’s another RV-12 for Sporty’s 2015 Sweepstakes
Sporty’s Sweepstakes airplane for 2015 is an all-new Van’s RV-12. The popularity of this aircraft in the 2014 Sweepstakes made it a natural choice for a second year, Sporty’s officials said. More than just a factory-built aircraft, the RV-12 features the Dynon Skyview system, including a large 10-inch screen, GPS, and Mode S transponder. A […]
Moore County Airport ready for U.S. Open Championships
CARTHAGE, N.C. – The Moore County Airport (SOP) has been preparing for the influx of an estimated 4,000 flights that will arrive and depart from the airport during the two weeks of the U.S. Open Championships. The airport recently completed an extensive renovation/expansion program as part of a long-term strategic plan and have further enhanced […]
Cessna kicks off third annual Discover Flying Challenge
WICHITA, Kan. – Cessna has kicked off the third annual Discover Flying Challenge (DFC) during a launch event here. Eight pilots will take part in this internship promoting general aviation and engaging aviation enthusiasts across the country. Six of the interns will fly Cessna 172 Skyhawk aircraft for summer-long excursions across the United States. The other two interns […]