GA pilots know that flight preparation takes a good deal of planning and coordination. With so many checklists and steps, it is easy to overlook another important component of a safe flight: ground safety. In an article in the January/February issue of FAA Safety Briefing, “Safety from the Ground Up,” pilot, mechanic, and FAA Safety […]
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Mountain Flying course online
Interested in mountain flying? Before you sign up with a qualified CFI for some flight training, get prepared with the Air Safety Institute’s interactive Mountain Flying online course. You’ll be able to experiment with the effects of density altitude on aircraft performance and get to see what it’s like to traverse mountains during the daylight […]
The joy of flying
From air races to commuting for business, Joyce Wilson flies high By AMELIA T. REIHELD, For General Aviation News When it comes to sheer unadulterated joie de vivre, or perhaps more specifically, joie de voler (joy of flying), Joyce Wilson is in a class by herself. She got an early start on her flying lessons. […]
GA groups cross fingers for FAA reauthorization
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Leaders of general aviation groups here are quick to praise the speed with which Congress is moving to give the FAA its first long-term authorization since 2003, while at the same time crossing their fingers that differences between Senate and House bills won’t again prevent agreement on a bill that both Houses […]
Seven entries for EAA’s Electric Flight Prize
Initial applications the $60,000 Electric Flight Prize at EAA AirVenture 2011 are filtering in from innovators ready to showcase their advancements in electric flight, according to EAA officials. AirVenture 2011 attendees will have an opportunity to witness the future of electric flight on display and in action through this contest, which will highlight an array […]
GA Training Symposium to feature top experts
More than two dozen industry experts have agreed to share insights and recommendations during the upcoming GA Pilot Training Reform Symposium, according to officials with the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE). Panelists include: Jim Lauerman, President, AVEMCO Insurance Co. Dr. William Rhodes, Managing Member, Aerworthy Consulting LLC John King, Co-Owner, King Schools, Inc. […]
Greenspace returns to Sun ‘n Fun
When you think of “environmentally friendly products and services,” aviation may not be the first industry that comes to mind. But Sun ’n Fun and the Lindbergh Foundation are working to change that with the return of an exhibit area known as “GreenSpace.” The GreenSpace exhibit will again have a prominent location at this year’s […]
Goodyear updates tire care manual
Goodyear’s Tire Care & Maintenance Manual has been updated with the latest information to help aircraft owners and other individuals responsible for tire maintenance get the optimum performance from their bias or radial aircraft tires. The manual contains information designed not only to teach how to properly operate and maintain aircraft tires but also demonstrates […]
Want to live like Burt Rutan?
Aviation legend Burt Rutan, who last year announced he would retire in April, is moving to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and now he and his wife, Tonya, have their home, “The Rutan Pyramid,” up for sale in Mojave, California, according to a report at EAA.org, which notes the Rutan Pyramid is only five minutes away (by […]