Protecting aircraft from weather is necessary for all sizes and types of planes. That is a driving force behind the launch of DailyHangar.com, a website that connects transient pilots with hangars for their planes. The website can also be used by FBOs and corporate hangar owners to manage their hangar rentals. “DailyHangar.com offers hangar owners […]
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35 states deploying drones to save lives, time and money
A survey by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials finds that 35 of 44 responding state departments of transportation — 80%— are using unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), or drones, for a wide range of purposes. The March 2018 survey finds that 20 state DOTs have incorporated drones into their daily operations. Another […]
Post Office celebrates 100th anniversary of airmail
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Postal Service will honor the beginning of airmail service by dedicating two United States Air Mail Forever stamps this year. The first commemorates the pioneering spirit of the brave pilots who first flew the mail in the early years of aviation. The first-day-of-issue ceremony for this stamp will take […]
Centennial of World War I to be highlighted at AirVenture
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018 will feature historic aircraft from the World War I era and flying activities that commemorate the final year of the “Great War” that concluded with the armistice of 1918. The 66th annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention is July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, […]
AL250 simulator receives FAA approval
The FAA has approved the ALSIM AL250 simulator as an Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD). Since its launch in late 2016, the AL250 has been delivered to universities and flight training organizations around the world. The fixed base device is named to recognize the 250° field of view pilots see from the pilot’s seat, using […]
AeroLEDs adds four employees
BOISE, Idaho – AeroLEDs has added four new members to the team in Boise. “Thanks to the loyalty of our customers, we need to grow to provide the best service possible,” says Nate Calvin, CEO and president. “These four bring a combined total of over 35 years of experience in aviation, engineering, and support of […]
FAA forecast shows optimism for GA
The long-term outlook for general aviation is stable to optimistic, according to the FAA Aerospace Forecast for fiscal years 2018 to 2038. The forecast predicts the active general general aviation fleet will remain relatively stable between 2018 and 2038. An active aircraft is described in the forecast as one that flies at least one hour […]
Better pricing, friendly environment lead GA resurgence at John Wayne Airport
SANTA ANA, Calif. – 100LL fuel sales at John Wayne Airport (KSNA) topped 316,000 gallons from April 2017 through January 2018 compared to over 220,000 gallons for the previous 10-month period. The Orange County Board of Supervisors awarded ACI Jet the FBO facility previously operated by a large national chain a year ago. That has played […]
EPS joins forces with Bye Aerospace on Sun Flyer
Electric Power Systems (EPS) is collaborating on the new Sun Flyer all electric trainer with Bye Aerospace. The company will design and build the energy storage system for the aircraft, including battery modules, battery management unit, and power distribution unit for its flight demonstrator scheduled for first flight tests in the first or second quarter […]