Citing more than $50 billion in annual economic benefit and jobs for almost 400,000 New Yorkers, Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared May 2013 “Aviation Appreciation Month” in the Empire State. “Business aviation is a critical tool for companies in New York to improve efficiency, save money and open up opportunities for rural areas not served by […]
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Airshow returns to Skagit Regional Airport
Burlington, Wash. — Four years after the last airshow and fly-in at Skagit Regional Airport (BVS), Skagit Flight Fest 2013 is cleared for takeoff. The event will take place Saturday, Sept. 7 and, keeping with tradition, admission is free. A partnership involving the Port of Skagit, Burlington Chamber of Commerce and Skagit Airport Support Association […]
Starfighter lands at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor
Honolulu, HI — The Lockheed F-104A Starfighter, Serial No. 56-817, arrived at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor May 9, joining the museum’s expanding collection. The Starfighter is on long-term loan from the Museum of Aviation Robins Air Force Base, Warner Robins, Georgia, and is the 43rd aircraft to join the museum’s collection of historical aircraft. […]
GAMA awards scholarships
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has revealed the winners of two scholarships awarded annually to students who have excelled in or are pursuing aviation studies. Nicholas Funkhouser of Jackson High School in Jackson, Michigan, has received the Edward W. Stimpson “Aviation Excellence” Award, given to a graduating high school senior who has been […]
Contract towers to stay open
On Friday, the FAA announced it will keep open the 149 contract towers the agency slated for closure on June 15. In a short, prepared statement, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said that DOT “has determined that the recently enacted Reducing Flight Delays Act of 2013 will allow the FAA to transfer sufficient funds to end […]
A new pilot!
Amy White, featured in a past post about her training with her mother, Vi, is now a private pilot. Her mom writes proudly: “Just to give you an update: Amy took her check ride today (Friday, May 10) on her 17th birthday; she is now a licensed private pilot!” Congratulations Amy!
CAF launches search for new national HQ location
Midland/Odessa, Texas — The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) today unveiled plans to establish the CAF National Airbase at a major metropolitan area as part of a plan to increase the organization’s national profile. The new facility, described by CAF officials as an “Airbase,” will contain a year-round aviation attraction, house CAF staff and support volunteer […]
Type club established for Sonex aircraft
A national type club, the Sonex Builders & Pilots Foundation, has been established for the Sonex line of aircraft. In alignment with NTSB recommendations for the improvement of Experimental/Amateur-Built aircraft safety, the Sonex Builders & Pilots Foundation was founded as a type club to promote safety and education in building and operating Sonex aircraft, according […]
Avidyne autopilot approved for Bonanzas
Avidyne Corporation has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the FAA for the installation of its DFC90 Digital Autopilot in Beechcraft Bonanza series aircraft when interfaced with the Evolution Pro Primary Flight Display (EFD1000 PFD) from Aspen Avionics. Avidyne previously certified the DFC90 with the Entegra PFD in the Cirrus SR20 and SR22 and […]