Congressman Michael Turner, an Ohio representative, is gunning to ground the only flyable Boeing B-29 Superfortress in the world, “FIFI.” The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) and other leading organizations in the Warbird and general aviation communities are joining voices to oppose an amendment proposed by Turner to the House National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 4310) […]
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Bonanza owners to hold convention during AOPA Expo
The American Bonanza Society (ABS) annual convention will be held in conjunction with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Aviation Summit in Palm Springs, Calif., Oct. 11-13. “I’m excited ABS has partnered with the AOPA Aviation Summit to deliver enhanced value to our attendees. Co-locating the events brings the convenience of being able to attend […]
Arizona Aircraft Expo in the works
Arizona’s aircraft dealers are working together to create the 4th Annual Arizona Aircraft Expo, where the latest models of general aviation aircraft will be on display at one venue. Three separate events are scheduled to take place over the remainder of the year where the general public and prospective buyers can see the newest technologically […]
Flightcom debuts new line of general aviation headsets
Flightcom has introduced a new line of of eight general aviation headsets. The Venture headsets includes two active noise reduction (ANR) models, company officials note. The top of the line Venture V90 headsets (pictured) offer leading performance, comfort and style, including fresh new carbon fiber design ear domes and padded head bands with ear seals […]
GippsAero teams with MT-Propeller
GippsAERO, manufacturer of the GA8 Airvan, has teamed with MT-Propeller to provide a low noise solution. The lightweight, composite MT-Propeller will give Airvan operators a significantly reduced noise footprint, a great benefit to European operators due to the stringent noise regulations set by EASA and local authorities, company officials said. On completion of the project, […]
Birthday parties take flight at the Air Zoo
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Air Zoo guests looking for high-flying fun can now choose from three customized birthday party packages. Build Your Own Birthday Party: Customize your birthday party with this package, which costs $8 per person and includes a Co-Pilot wristband for each guest. From there, you may upgrade your wristband package and add themed […]
e-volvo wins Lindbergh prize
During AERO-Friedrichshafen, the giant general aviation show in Germany, Erik Lindbergh, grandson of Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh, revealed that the AERO 2012 winner of the Lindbergh Prize is the e-volo Volocopter VC1, a completely novel vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) system. Using the distributed power of multiple small electric propulsion units, e-volo has demonstrated […]
Warbird community rises to meet threat
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and the Warbirds of America are joining with the Commemorative Air Force, Collings Foundation, and other warbird groups in opposition of a proposed amendment to the House National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 4310) that could have a devastating effect on the fleet of civilian-operated historic military aircraft. The amendment introduced […]
Production begins on new Pilots Without Pants calendar
Production has started on the 2013 Pilots Without Pants calendar for the Antique Airplane Club of Greater New York. The calendar will feature 13 nude pilots over the age of 50 next some of the country’s rarest antique airplanes. The Pilots Without Pants calendar for 2011 created quite a stir in the aviation community, and […]