Darden Hamilton, an aerospace engineer with 30 years of aviation product development experience and a two-term Arizona state senator, will be assuming the newly created position of director of STC programs at Blackhawk Modifications in Waco, Texas.“Darden will be a key factor in expanding our opportunities in both the civil and government markets, said Jim […]
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GSA updates reimbursement rates
WASHINGTON, D.C. – New federal government reimbursement rates for the use of privately owned vehicles while on official business became effective Jan.1, according to officials with the U.S. General Services Administration. The 2010 privately owned vehicle reimbursement rates are: Automobile – $0.50/mile Motorcycle – $0.47/mile Airplane – $1.29/mile Developed by GSA in consultation with the […]
Longtime Sun ‘n Fun volunteer dies
Bonnie Higbie, 69, a longtime Sun ‘n Fun volunteer, passed away Dec. 22, of heart failure. Born June 30, 1940, in Hamilton, N.Y., she loved airplanes and traveling. She began volunteering at Sun ‘n Fun in 1981 in the media center. Just a few years later she was appointed to the media chairmanship, a post […]
Continental says no price increase this year
Prices for factory new and factory rebuilt engines from Teledyne Continental Motors, Inc. will not increase in 2010, according to officials at the Mobile, Ala.-based company. “In 2009, TCM worked very hard to improve manufacturing efficiencies. We are committed to delivering this value to our customers,” said Rhett Ross, president. “TCM is pleased to keep […]
FAA Aviation News focuses on human factors
The latest issue of FAA Aviation News focuses on the critical role human factors play in aviation safety. Articles address fatigue, decision making, aircraft design and technology, and more. Click here to read the online edition. FAA Aviation News is the safety policy voice for the non-commercial general aviation community. The magazine’s objective is to […]
California’s Compton Airport: A runway from the past with an eye on the future
Walking into the 85-year-old Compton Airport (CPM) in Los Angeles is like coming upon a secret, notes Los Angeles Times writer Gerrick D. Kennedy in a recent story on the airport. Kennedy quotes Dennis Lord, a Los Angeles County aviation commissioner: “It’s a hidden gem. It’s also a very important asset to the city. Most […]
Icon opens online store
Icon Aircraft, which is developing the Icon A5 amphibious Light Sport Aircraft, has opened an online store, selling hats and T-shirts with the Icon logo. According to Kirk Hawkins, CEO, the launch of the store is in response to “many requests” for Icon apparel. The Icon, which was recently featured on the Today Show (pictured) […]
Reaching out to holiday shoppers
After a busy month in the Vista Ridge Mall in Dallas, US Aviation sold 170 Discovery Flights, picked up 130 leads on possible partnerships in aircraft ownership and talked extensively to six people who are interested in buying an aircraft, report officials at the company, which is based at Denton Municipal Airport (DTO). To attract […]
Leak detection dye debuts
Spectronics Corp. recently introduced Aero-Brite Universal Fluorescent Leak Detection Dye. When a small amount is mixed with the host fluid, it locates all leaks in aviation fuel, lubrication and hydraulic systems, company officials say. The dye can safely remain in the system as part of a preventive maintenance program and works well with all petroleum-based […]