The Mid-Atlantic Aviation Coalition ( MAAC), a general aviation advocacy organization based in New Jersey, has found a way to get more aircraft out of the hangars and into the air. They call it the “New Jersey Airport Challenge.” There are 46 general aviation airports in New Jersey. The object of the challenge is to […]
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NBAA queries FAA on new BARR requirements
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has published the information it has received from the FAA officials about the process involved in complying with the government’s planned dismantling of the Block Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program. “NBAA is opposed to the government’s plan to dismantle the Block Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program and we intend […]
Whitson to be inducted into Iowa Aviation Hall of Fame
This Saturday, Beaconsfield, Iowa, native Peggy Whitson will take her place beside other notable Iowans as a member of the Iowa Aviation Hall of Fame. Dr. Whitson will be honored for her contributions to the space program, according to officials. There will be an Open House in her honor at the Iowa Aviation Museum, home […]
Washington names new aviation director
Tristan Atkins has been named director of the Aviation Division at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), replacing retiring director John Sibold. Atkins is a 23-year veteran of the Washington State Patrol, where he was commander of the aviation section for 10 years. And, currently, he holds the military rank of colonel, having served […]
First chance to tour 787 at Oshkosh
EAA and AirVenture chairman Tom Poberezny has confirmed that the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is scheduled to make an appearance at EAA AirVenture 2011 on Friday, July 29, giving aviation enthusiasts a glimpse into the next generation of commercial airliners. “We’re proud and excited that Boeing recognizes the significance of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in the global […]
New name for Red Tail Project
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Project has changed its name to the CAF Red Tail Squadron. The change from project to squadron reflects the current status and mission of the group as an active volunteer-driven association of the Commemorative Air Force, CAF officials said. The CAF Red Tail Squadron is dedicated to preserving […]
VQQ designated ‘Space Territory’
Cecil Airport (VQQ) in Jacksonville, Fla., has been officially designated a “Space Territory.” Officials with the Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) said they have received support from the State of Florida in its efforts to transform Cecil Airport into a 21st century commercial spaceport when Space Florida officially designated Cecil as a “Space Territory” June 9. […]
Getting it right: ‘Liberty Belle’ makes emergency landing
Reader Jeff Lyons took us to task — rightly — for our repost of an EAA story that said the “Liberty Bell” crashed. The B-17 made an emergency landing and all seven crew members and volunteers walked away without serious injury. According to a story in the Chicago Tribune, the bomber burned in a cornfield […]
Final push to fix California training law
With the moratorium on enforcing the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 on flight instruction set to expire July 1, AOPA is working with industry groups and the state legislature to ensure that a bill to permanently exempt instructors is signed into law, according to a report at AOPA.org. Read it here.