Tom Turner, who specializes in flight training in Beech Bonanzas and Barons, has been awarded the National Association of Flight Instructors’ top honor, the Jack J. Eggspuehler Service Award.
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Gearing up for Girls in Aviation Day
Girls in Aviation Day takes off Sept. 25, with events around the world.
Sonex’s next design: A high wing
The new high-wing design is expected to be ready for orders after EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023.
Midwest LSA Expo prepares for takeoff
The free event features Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA), including Part 103, STOL (Short Take off and Land), and gyroplanes on one flightline. Unlike some of the bigger shows, demo flying is a lot easier at this show, organizers note.
New owner for Stuart Jet Center at KSUA
Denver-based Ross Aviation has acquired Stuart Jet Center at Witham Field (KSUA) in Stuart, Florida.
When ‘just buy a new engine’ isn’t the right answer
I’m frustrated at this juncture simply because many are defaulting to the “just buy a new engine” solution while myself and others realize that doing so without determining exactly what the root cause of this issue is seems foolish and professionally and technically timid.
Monster Splash Fly-In at America’s Seaplane City
The splash-in, set for Oct. 16, will include contests for pilots, including a pumpkin bomb drop. The city is also holding its Rocktoberfest the same day, which will feature live music, children’s activities, and more.
Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education launches
The new institute will support the growth of the aerospace industry in Oklahoma, reaching out to students from kindergarten to graduate school.
First DPE symposium slated
Flight School Association of North America officials hope to make this an annual symposium for Designated Pilot Examiners, who “form the backbone of the airman practical testing system in America.”