ARLINGTON, Va. – The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) reports it has appointed representatives from the industry to serve on a steering committee to develop the Trusted Operator Program (TOP) for remote pilots and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) training organizations. The TOP is a UAS community initiative to facilitate best practices, codes of […]
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How will you be found?
Can you still use a 121.5 MHz ELT? The vast majority of Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT) in operation today are based on 1950s technology. Back in February 2009, satellite monitoring of 121.5 and 243 MHz ELT signals was terminated. What does that mean for you? To help answer those questions – and more — WINGsReality EDU […]
Showcase your treasures and honor the Tuskegee Airmen
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron, America’s tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, is putting out a call for people to share their photos of artifacts, memorials, artwork and mementos of the Tuskegee Airmen in the new Virtual Museum. Those who answer the call and submit a photo through the website will be entered […]
Batcopter to fly at Sebring Expo
Relive the 1960s at the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring, Florida, with a ride on the original N3079G Batcopter from the Batman TV series. In 1996, pilot Eugene Nock bought the famous helicopter, which was used in the 1966 “Batman” movie and several TV shows. “What we have is an icon in the aviation world […]
Free Garmin seminar at Banyan
FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida — Banyan Air Service at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) will host a free Garmin seminar Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The seminar, presented by Dave Brown and Joseph Stewart of Garmin, will cover Garmin’s latest retrofit display solutions for Part 25 and Part 23 turbine aircraft, […]
ASA updates free endorsement labels
ASA‘s free Endorsement Labels have been updated to reflect Advisory Circular (AC) 61-65G, which provides guidance for pilot applicants, flight instructors, ground instructors, and examiners on the certification standards, knowledge test procedures, and other requirements in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 61. The PDF format of these labels provides […]
How much did you pay for your practical test?
The Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) is conducting a survey to find out what prices are being charged for practical tests. “We are working to gauge general trends in practical test pricing as provided by Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs),” officials said. “We recognize that pricing varies from state-to-state and region-to-region.” The association is […]
NBAA launches new mentoring program
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is implementing the first phase of a mentoring program, matching experienced industry veterans with individuals wanting to explore opportunities in business aviation. The “beta” version of the program matches 20 sets of people who were paired based on the specific interests and goals of both the mentees and the […]
Piper M500 and M350 certified with Garmin G1000 NXi
Piper Aircraft has received FAA certification of the G1000 NXi next generation integrated flight deck on both the M500 single engine turboprop and M350 pressurized, single-engine piston. The company is set to offer it as a retrofit option (via STC) for fielded G1000 equipped Matrix, Mirage (M350), and Meridian (M500) aircraft later this year, Piper […]