WEST CHICAGO — Living history graced the skies above the DuPage Airport during Community Days weekend, as “FIFI,” the only airworthy Boeing B-29 Superfortress soared overhead. The two-day celebration, which took place Saturday, Aug. 11 and Sunday, Aug. 12, drew a crowd of about 5,000 composed of families, veterans, and aviation enthusiasts of all ages. […]
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Food and wine events slated for Sebring LSA Expo
The 2013 U.S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring, Florida, will bring back the food and wine tasting events for Friday and Saturday of the show. The four food and wine pairing events with chefs and vineyards will take place at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. both days. The tasting events benefit the Humane Society of […]
My last day at Oshkosh
By KATE FERRARI As the rush of fear set upon me, I froze. The propeller was so close, whirring around at an unbelievable pace. I could feel the rush of wind it was emitting, coasting over my neck. “Katie, come on!” My whole body jolted into action as I snapped back into reality. I ran […]
NTSB opens docket on Reno Air Race crash
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As part of its continuing investigation into the crash of Jimmy Leeward’s P-51D at the National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada, the National Transportation Safety Board has opened the public docket, which includes photographs and copies of interviews. On Sept. 16, 2011, the pilot of the “Galloping Ghost” experienced an upset […]
Take the pain out of business travel: Fly yourself
A new post by Mark Patiky on Forbes.com tells readers don’t discount a small plane as a powerful business tool. “For trips under 600-800 miles, it can beat airline times by a huge margin; and on 100-200 mile flights, you’ll be in close competition with corporate jets for performance and a big winner on efficiency,” […]
Hawker Beechcraft asks for more time in bankruptcy case
Hawker Beechcraft has asked the U.S. Bankruptcy Court to extend the time it has been given to emerge from bankruptcy. According to a story in the Wichita Business Journal, the company asked to be given until Dec. 29 to file its plan.
Rocket launch highlight of Rocky Mountain Airshow
As part of the festivities at the Rocky Mountain Airshow, scheduled for Aug. 24-26 at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, Colo., the 17-foot Stars and Stripes Rocket will launch at the show, courtesy of the United Launch Alliance (ULA) Intern Rocket Program. Interns with the program will be on hand during the show to […]
Just Aircraft debuts Superstol
Just Aircraft has completed design and testing of a new slatted wing and compatible shock absorber landing gear. “This newly completed Superstol with a high-lift wing and long strut air shock landing gear is the ultimate future bushplane,” company officials said. “Fowler flaps and automatic leading edge slats increase wing cord and provide exceptional STOL […]
Astronics acquires Max-Viz
Astronics Corp. has acquired privately-held Max-Viz, a developer and designer of Enhanced Vision Systems (EVS) for fixed and rotary wing aircraft through both OEM and aftermarket channels in the general aviation, commercial and military aerospace markets, for $10 million in cash. Company officials noted that additional “purchase consideration” of up to $8 million may be […]