RANS has introduced an engine install retro kit. This new install features a sleek fiberglass or carbon fiber cowling. With no more rad louvers on the top cowl, the new design has a reverse scoop on the belly, and radiator under slung. The benefits are better cooling from a smaller, lighter radiator, less cooling drag, […]
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Well-known aviation mechanic Lee Keopke passes
By Ann Pellegreno Well-known aviation mechanic Lee R. Koepke, 87, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, passed away July 3. After serving in the Army Air Force during World War II, Lee pursued a career as a mechanic and IA. Known for taking a derelict 1937 Lockheed 10 Electra destined to be used for firefighting practice at Willow […]
EPS progressing towards engine certification
NEW RICHMOND, Wis. — Engineered Propulsion Systems reports “significant technical progress” in the development of its new water-cooled Vision 350 flat V, 350-hp diesel engine for general aviation. Among the milestones achieved recently are the testing and calibration of EPS-designed turbochargers; positive results of heat rejection tests; high altitude (10,000–15,000 ft MSL) operation and re-starts […]
Houston Executive Airport builds 40 new T-Hangars
HOUSTON – Houston Executive Airport (TME) has completed construction of 40 new T-hangars at the general aviation airport. This brings the airport’s leased capacity to more than 170,000 square feet, according to airport officials. The hangar construction comes alongside the recent completion of a FBO terminal building that features one of the world’s largest arrival […]
Tecnam variable pitch aircraft certified
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued Major Change Approval certifying the Tecnam P2002JF Variable Pitch Propeller version of Tecnam’s best-selling single. According to company officials, advantages of the Tecnam P2002JF Variable Pitch Propeller include: Better cruise and climb performances: maximum horizontal speed at maximum continuous power is increased of about 5-7 kias, VS […]
Sandel Avionics wins Innovation Award
VISTA, Calif. — Sandel Avionics has received the 2013 Innovation Award from the San Diego Business Journal in the Technology category. The Innovation Awards were created to honor and acknowledge the people and organizations that continue to stretch boundaries and to recognize those individuals and companies who demonstrate how the innovative spirit drives economic value. […]
High school students build Sportsmans in two weeks
Two groups of high school students recently completed the Two Weeks to Taxi program at the Glasair factory on time. The kids built two Sportsmans and watched as each one was fired up, taxied, and then flown on its maiden test flight. It was the first time any of the kids had been involved in […]
Silver Wings Fraternity awards scholarship
The Silver Wings Fraternity recently presented a $1,250 donation to the National Flight Academy in Pensacola, Florida, to fund a scholarship for a deserving student. Fraternity Board Member and Vice President Walter Baker delivered the check to Chip Yarborough, Program Director at the Academy, during his personal inspection visit. Funds from the Aviation Scholarship Program […]
PALS receives generous donation from BTIG
Patient AirLift Services (PALS) has received a generous donation from BTIG, a global trading and fund services company, located in New York City. The donation was presented during BTIG’s 11th Annual Commissions for Charity Day, an event in which BTIG donates a substantial amount of its profits to numerous charitable groups around the world. Patient […]