Many airports have transient GA parking areas that are available to pilots, but are either not labeled or labeled in a way that is not clear or relevant to the ramp’s purpose. Standardized terms will eliminate confusion for pilots, better identify parking options for pilots where they exist, and assist pilots in preflight planning.
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Applications open for GlobalAir.com scholarship
Deadline to apply for the $1,000 scholarship is Aug. 15, 2021.
GA advocates fight proposed legislation that would hobble NYC’s helicopter industry
The GA advocates emphasized that New York City does not have jurisdiction to impose the restrictions set forth in the two bills. The proposals are preempted by federal law, with only the FAA having the ability to regulate aviation over the city and the terms of access to public heliports, the GA advocates advise city officials.
Go flying, get free ForeFlight gear
Pilots who fly into certain FBOs across the south during the month of April will be able to pick up free ForeFlight gear and also be entered for a chance to win a monthly and a grand prize.
10 best-selling rotorcraft of 2020
Even in a tough year, when rotorcraft sales down 20%, there are some models that outsell others. Airbus, Robinson Helicopters, Bell Helicopters, and Leonardo made the list of Top 10 best-selling rotorcraft of 2020, with most companies grabbing more than one spot.
Improvements planned at Barrows Field in Virginia
Plans include establishing a camping and picnic area along the river, repairing the outhouse, clearing encroaching limbs, and installing a Recreational Aviation Foundation windsock.
COVID hits pilots where it hurts — in their salaries
Pilots have great earning potential over their careers, but the pandemic has slowed that salary growth, according to a new study.
Video: A look into the future
Using animation, the video shows what the Ohio Air & Space Hall of Fame and Museum will look like once the 1929 Port Columbus Air Terminal — closed since 1958 — is transformed.
Women in Aviation virtual conference attracts 2,300 worldwide
“We made the decision last fall — for the safety of all our attendees during the pandemic — to take our annual gathering to an all-virtual platform with the goal of delivering the same content to include a wide variety of keynote speakers and exhibitors, seven education session tracks, professional development seminars and workshops, scholarship awards, and the Pioneer Hall of Fame induction ceremony,” said Women in Aviation International CEO Allison McKay.