The Washington State Department of Archeology & Historic Preservation has placed the Naval Air Station Pasco Control Tower & Hangar on the Washington State Heritage Register.
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Tickets on sale now for Reno Air Show
A final decision on the new home for the National Championship Air Races is expected to be announced in late April 2024.
Aromatics may be cause of valve seat recession after using unleaded fuel
Testing by Lycoming Engines has “demonstrated that, under certain conditions, use of UL94 may impact valve seat recession.”
New video updates what’s going on with Van’s Aircraft
In a video posted to YouTube April 12, 2024, Clyde Hamstreet, whose firm, Hamstreet & Associates, works with companies in distress, gave an update on the reorganization of Van’s Aircraft during it bankruptcy.
AERO Oklahoma welcomes 1,000 to state capitol
Presented annually by the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics, the day included speeches, the chance to learn more about the state’s second largest industry, as well as give aerospace and defense businesses from around the state “a chance to discuss important topics with legislators and other state leaders,” said Oklahoma Senator John Haste.
Winners of 2024 Richard Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots revealed
Clay Simmons, a 22-year old aircraft builder and pilot based in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the winner of the sixth annual Richard L. Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots.
Redbird and the RAF Partner on educational resources for backcountry flying
Identifying a shortage of training materials that support pilots in developing their skills in off-airport, backcountry, and recreational flying, the organizations are creating a catalog of resources covering topics such as practical flying skills and habits, planning and preparation, basic survival and first aid, and gear recommendations and usage.
Daher boosts production capacity for Kodiak
Sandpoint’s increased production capacity results from the addition of a second final assembly line that mirrors the build-up of Kodiaks once the basic airframe has been assembled, company officials explained.
Court ruling preserves access to East Hampton Town Airport
Although this court ruling reaffirms continued public access to JPX, Alex Gertsen, NBAA’s director of airports and ground infrastructure, noted the legal battle is likely to continue as the town signaled its desire to appeal this decision.