“As we approach our 40th anniversary, we decided this was the great time to make a major step into our future by expanding our mission and introducing an array of interior upgrade services to complement our portfolio of avionics services,” said Mark Lee, CEO at Carpenter Avionics. “Customers have told us they want a one-stop solution for their aircraft avionics and interior needs, and they seek exceptional quality in both areas. We’ve wanted to address this need in a unique and compelling way. Now, we can.”
News
Pilots wanted for loss of control study
Researchers want to know if you’ve had any inadvertent inflight loss of control accidents. Survey results will help develop focused training methods to help pilots avoid these types of accidents.
Women in Aviation chapter BBQ fundraiser gets a boost
More than 150 people attended the event, which included receiving a $25,000 donation from the Baum Group.
Future of Maine Air Museum in question
Hit hard by its forced closure during the pandemic, the Maine Air Museum is also facing the loss of the volunteers who have taken leadership roles to keep the museum open.
ATP Flight School breaks ground on new pilot training center at KFMY
Construction on the new training center is scheduled to be completed in January 2022.
New airplane hangar condominiums in the works at KOKV
Construction is expected to begin immediately on the first phase of the project, which includes 11 box-style hangars.
Giving students valuable hands-on experience
Beginning in the 2021 fall semester, the helicopter, valued at more than $500,000, will provide approximately 100 students in the Avionics and Airframe programs with an opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of a fully rigged helicopter, including its electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Defying the odds
The International Women’s Air & Space Museum’s first-ever virtual exhibit, “Defying the Odds: Exploring the Impact of Women and Aviation in the First Half of the 20th Century,” shines a light on lesser known pioneers and trailblazing women, according to officials with the museum, which is located inside the Burke Lakefront Airport (KBKL) terminal building in Cleveland, Ohio.
Are you flying to Oshkosh?
Make sure you are prepared to fly into the big show. Read the NOTAM, practice your flying skills, and pick up some tips during two webinars the Experimental Aircraft Association is hosting in late June.