The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is teaming with Maryland’s Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK) to host International Learn to Fly Day on Saturday, June 2. The event, part of a worldwide effort, will include a free day-long event designed to introduce the local community to general aviation. From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., AOPA […]
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NY governor proclaims ‘Aviation Appreciation Month’
New York Governor Cuomo has declared May “Aviation Appreciation Month.” In New York, the aviation industry accounts for more than $50 billion of economic activity every year and employs more than 394,500 people throughout the state. General aviation generates more than $1 billion in economic impact annually in New York, and supports 8,600 jobs. “We […]
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome airshows take off
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome will launch its 2012 airshow season June 2, with staff and volunteers meeting for the annual airshow update. A free public open house will follow the meeting at 1 p.m. New volunteers are invited to come out and sign up on that day because everyone who works on the airfield must attend […]
‘Diamond Lil’ suffers hydraulic malfunction
The Commemorative Air Force’s B-24, “Diamond Lil,” experienced a hydraulic malfunction during a scheduled passenger flight at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in Charlotte, North Carolina, Saturday, May 26. The crew followed all safety protocols and took every precaution to ensure the safety of everyone on board, CAF officials said, noting there were no injuries […]
Reno Air Races a go
The Reno Air Races will be a go, according to a report at EAA.org, which notes that the Reno Air Racing Association has secured a $100 million insurance policy for the races, which will be held Sept. 12-16 at Stead Airport.
BIA gets grant to upgrade general aviation area
Work will soon begin on a $4.9 million renovation of the general aviation area at Bangor International Airport (BIA). According to a report in the Bangor Daily News, the work is expected to be complete by October, weather permitting. The $4,913,126 grant will be used to renovate the general aviation apron .
AOPA offers free membership to military
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is offering active-duty military a complimentary one-year membership in AOPA. The free membership comes as the nation celebrates Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day and is designed to allow military members to take their love of aviation beyond their uniform, officials said. “We have an amazing array of […]
Traffic quadruples at DPA during NATO
Traffic at DuPage Airport (DPA) in Chicago quadrupled May 21 as a result of Temporary Flight Restrictions over the city of Chicago during the NATO conference. Officials at the general aviation facility said the of traffic “far exceeded” their expectations. “It speaks well for the airport that we were able to handle it without delays, […]
Air Zoo to host international art exhibit
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — On June 3 the Air Zoo will unveil the 2012 American Society of Aviation Artists (ASAA) International Aerospace Art Exhibit. The exhibit will feature more than 50 pieces of aviation and space artwork, ranging from photographs, to paintings and sculptures. “The exhibit will include artwork from more than 30 world-renowned aviation and […]