Long Island’s East Hampton Airport (KHTO) will temporarily close March 1, reopening three days later as a “new airport,” a private-use facility subject to prior permission required conditions and other restrictions.
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Flying Car certified to fly
The AirCar flying car has been issued a Certificate of Airworthiness by the Slovak Transport Authority, with the company now working on the production model.
More courses released for CFI Professional Development Program
The new courses cover a variety of topics from tips for online ground school, training Pilots in Command, pilots and medications, and a course on setting up your own business as a CFI.
High demand, low supply leads to ‘red hot’ market for used GA aircraft
According to a new report, aircraft dealers accredited by the International Aircraft Dealers Association closed 20% more deals in 2021 than the year before: 1,372 aircraft transactions, compared to 1,135 deals in 2020. This was despite a shriveled aircraft inventory, with many airplanes never making it to market before being snatched up by buyers willing to pay top dollar, officials noted.
Pipistrel unveils the Explorer
The two-seater, which is already EASA certified, can run on auto fuel and is approved for night VFR operations, spins, and glider towing.
NTSB to FAA: Require carbon monoxide detectors in general aviation aircraft
“Carbon monoxide is dangerous for pilots and passengers alike — which is why the NTSB recommended that general aviation aircraft be equipped with carbon monoxide detectors in 2004,” said NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy. “Once again, we’re asking the FAA to act before lives are lost to carbon monoxide poisoning.”
$5 million granted to train next generation of mechanics
The $5 million will be used to establish new educational program, provide scholarships and internships, and much more.
Video: Train and plan for emergencies before they happen
A new FAA video examines the startle response, which happens when things go wrong, and then shows how training can reduce that response and prepare you to react the right way to unexpected events.
Pilot Your Own Adventure contest returns
“Those of us who fly know that every airplane has its own story and soul,” said Jim Busha, EAA’s vice president of publications, marketing, and membership. “Maybe it’s the story of its operational history, the people that it connected, or the passengers it flew. It doesn’t matter if there were thousands — or even tens of thousands — of the type built, or if it’s rare or even unique, every airframe has tales to tell. And if we love the way you tell your aircraft’s story, you might just win the AirVenture camping experience of a lifetime.”