Ravi The Raviator, a motivational speaker with a focus on inspiring and recruiting the next generation of pilots, will launch his “You Can Do It’ aviation speaking tour in January. “As a musician who has been fortunate to live the rock-and-roll dream, I’ve integrated show-biz appeal with aviation to showcase the opportunity to live one’s […]
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New study promotes energy-centered approach to improve safety
JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Boosting flight training that can reduce fatal aircraft accidents and conserve fuel is the goal of a new study published by Jacksonville University Davis Aviation Center Director Dr. Juan Merkt. “Flight Energy Management Training: Promoting Safety and Efficiency” appears in the Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering (JATE). Published by Purdue University […]
Goodyear publishes 2014 Aviation Tire Calendar
AKRON, Ohio – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has published the 20th edition of its Goodyear Aviation Tire Calendar. “Over the last two decades, the Goodyear Aviation Tire Calendar has become a sought-after collectible among aviation enthusiasts,” said Bert Aertssen, general manager, global aviation, Goodyear. “Aviation enthusiasts the world over look forward to its […]
Living History Day slated at Pacific Aviation Museum
HONOLULU — History comes alive at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014, when visitors can experience the people, the aircraft, and the stories of Pacific aviation “stars”— from the early years of flight to today’s space age. The event is free to museum members and free with museum admission. For those who […]
Engine Update Conversion for King Air 90s now available
WACO, Texas – The KA90 Engine Update Kit for the King Air 90 is now available from CenTex Aerospace. The kit allows the option of installing either a set of PWC PT6A-21, -28, or -34 engines to replace the original PT6A-20 engines. Greg Barnes, president of CenTex Aerospace, said, “The KA90 Engine Update Kit truly is […]
Do you have a favorite destination?
In our January print issues, we’re going to focus on Destinations, including trips to Washington, D.C., the Caribbean, Austin, Texas, and more. We’d like to hear from you as to where your favorite destinations are when you take to the skies. Share with us your favorite locales, what airport (or airports) you fly into, and […]
First flight: Belite Sealite
WICHITA — On the 110th anniversary of the Wright brother’s first powered flight, Belite completed the successful first test flight of its new aircraft, the Belite SeaLite. The SeaLite is an amphibious, carbon fiber float-equipped aircraft, designed to legally fly under U.S. FAR 103 regulations off of either water or land. Although the first test […]
TGH Aviation raises funds for Bud Anderson Memorial Monument
AUBURN, Calif. — Bud Anderson, a World War II pilot and American hero (pictured above), served two combat tours, escorting heavy bombers over Europe. The City of Auburn, along with other community volunteers, is working to honor his service. “Thanks to the work of Douglas Van Howd, a local artist, a life-size statue has been […]
Hillsboro Aviation assists with Avalanche Control Equipment installation
Hillsboro Aviation recently assisted the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) with the installation of the O’Bellx gas exploder, the first in North America, at the Cow of the Woods avalanche path in Hoback Canyon near Jackson, Wyo. The O’Bellx unit uses compressed hydrogen and oxygen gas to produce an explosive detonation above the snow surface, clearing […]