Many pilots flying to Oshkosh prefer to make the area’s outlying airports their base, including Wautoma Municipal Airport (Y50), just 25 air miles from the big show.
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New Virginia law exempts taxes on aircraft parts and maintenance
A new law in Virginia exempts aircraft parts and maintenance activities from sales and use tax.
Alsim to produce sims in U.S.
French company Alsim will open a new production facility in the U.S in 2019.
Free ground school offers 21st Century learning
All are welcome. Rusty pilots. Those who are just curious about flying. Drone and model airplane pilots. Flight Simulator pilots.
NH aircraft registration fees now more equitable thanks to new legislation
New legislation in New Hampshire makes aircraft fees more equitable across the board.
Sporty’s launches Stratus 3
Sporty’s has introduced Stratus 3, the latest generation of the weather receiver, at an introductory price of $699.
Applications now being accepted for $10,000 in scholarships
I Hart Flying and EAA Chapter 43 are offering $10,000 in scholarships, with an Aug. 10 deadline to apply.
New features unveiled for flying car
Flying car company Terrafugia has unveiled new features for its Transition, including a hybrid electric motor, a boost feature for flying, and updated safety systems, including three rearview cameras in drive mode.
KSGS first airport in Minnesota to sell unleaded avgas
South St. Paul Municipal Airport – Richard E. Fleming Field has become the first airport in Minnesota to sell Swift Fuels unleaded avgas.