London Aviation Underwriters now waives the entire deductible for Cirrus SR20 and SR22 pilots who deploy the parachute to save their lives. According to a story by Alton K. Marsh at AOPA.org, the insurance company commonly waives deductibles if an aircraft is destroyed. The story notes: “The offer simply formalizes that situation.”
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Vintage DER application checklist available
A new checklist created by the EAA and the FAA will help with the application process for those interested in being apopinted a Vintage Designated Engineering Representative (VDER). The VDER designation, announced at AirVenture this year, will allow individuals with demonstrated expertise of an entire vintage airplane the “holistic” authority to approve engineering data on […]
Tempest Volare releases safety video
Tempest Volare has released a new video that demonstrates the safety and quality benefits of its new solid epoxy float. According to company officials, more than 50% of all FAA service difficulty reports on carburetors are related to float damage or failure. “We view this new float as not only a product improvement but an […]
A new day for Piper Aircraft
It’s a new day at Piper Aircraft. New owners have infused the company with new capital and a growth strategy that officials hope will once again make Piper a leader in general aviation. Named for Bill Piper, often called the “Henry Ford of aviation,” Piper has weathered a lot of tough times in the last […]
Airboss featured at LoPresti First Saturday
LoPresti First Saturday, which will be held at the company’s new facility at Sebastian Airport (KX26) in Florida, will feature airboss Wayne Boggs, who will show attendees what it’s like behind the scenes at an air show. The monthly event includes a charity breakfast, which begins at 9 a.m. Boggs’ presentation is slated for 10 […]
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a giant butterfly?
You have probably seen airplanes painted to look like birds, but how about one painted to look like a butterfly? Don Hathaway of Orlando, Fla., says he is used to people slowing down to take a good look at his Kolb Firestar, which is painted to look like a Monarch butterfly. “The previous owner did […]
‘Cash for Junkers’ on a new Legend Cub
American Legend Aircraft Co. has unveiled its “Cash For Junkers” rebate program, offering $4,500 back on the purchase of a new Legend Cub. The company will provide a $4,500 rebate to customers who purchase a new LSA and deliver an otherwise out-of-use aircraft, no matter the operating condition. The company will donate aircraft collected under […]
Arnold Palmer to appear at NBAA 2009
Golf legend and pilot Arnold Palmer (pictured) will be among the participants in the opening general session for the National Business Aviation Association’s 62nd Annual Meeting & Convention this October (NBAA2009). “We’re very excited to include Arnold Palmer among the speakers at this year’s convention,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “Arnold is recognized […]
Catalina’s Airport in the Sky celebrates golden anniversary
A 50th anniversary celebration for California’s Catalina Island Airport in the Sky (AVX) is slated for Oct. 18. Up until 1959, the Airport in the Sky was only available to those who leased land and facilities from the Santa Catalina Island Co. But in October 1959, that all changed when 40 privately owned planes were […]