When Cessna Aircraft took over Columbia Aircraft and its line of high-performance aircraft two years ago, officials knew they had to make some changes. After all, Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing had gone bankrupt using the methods it had in place, notes a story by Molly McMillin in “The Wichita Eagle.” Cessna workers in Independence, Kan., recently […]
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Lycoming service centers network launched
In anticipation of the advanced technology it will soon unleash on the market and to provide a higher level of aftermarket support to legacy engines, Lycoming Engines has launched its first network of Lycoming Authorized Service Centers. As a requirement to applying for Authorized Service Center (ASC) designation, facilities must meet specified equipment and facility […]
Good coverage in the mainstream media
Pilot Journey has earned some decent aviation coverage in the mainstream media. CBS Atlanta’s Corinna Allen took a Discovery Flight (see video) with Dusty Scott from the Falcon Aviation Academy. Pilot Journey’s Discovery Flight program has enrolled more than 400 flight schools nationwide.
Some frequent travelers prefer to be in cockpit
Stephanie Kornegay used to find shuttling back and forth between her two businesses — which required 4:30 a.m. wake-up calls and a four-hour drive — a trying ordeal. Then she got her pilot’s license. A story in the Wall Street Journal profiles Kornegay, as well as other business owners who have found that flying their […]
GA economic value website launches
A major step to informing the public of general aviation’s value was taken Sept. 30 when the Alliance for Aviation Across America launched a new website that highlights the economic impact and importance of general aviation and its airports state-by-state across America. Alliance officials hope the new website will help dispel much of the negative […]
Senate forms GA caucus
The Senate formed the General Aviation Caucus Sept. 28 to “work with pilots, aircraft owners, the aviation industry, and relevant government agencies to ensure a safe and vibrant environment exists for GA in our country.” According to a report at AOPA.org, Sens. Mark Begich (D-Alaska) and Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) will co-chair the caucus. The House […]
A day in the life of a GA airport
Recent articles published by “USA Today” have been highly critical of the federal government for its funding of local airports that don’t offer commercial air-carrier operations, so EAA decided to showcase the day in the life of a typical GA airport: Padgham Field (35D) in Allegan, Michigan. It’s story illustrates the importance of local community […]
Two win Pathfinder Awards
Each year, The Museum of Flight in Seattle honors Pacific Northwest individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of the aerospace industry with its annual Pathfinder Award. The 2009 honorees, Dr. James Joki and John Roundhill, will receive their awards at an Oct.10 banquet. Joki was a NASA engineer, contributing to the development […]
Goodyear’s newest blimp pilot takes flight
Nathan Brooks has become the newest blimp pilot for The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. following his check flight at the company’s Airship Operations facility in Carson, California. Brooks, 29, joins Pilot-in-Charge Jon Conrad, Assistant Pilot-in-Charge Matthew St. John and Senior Pilot Kristen Davis as pilots for the California-based “Spirit of America” airship. According to […]