By Clifton Stroud, FAA NextGen Outreach and Reporting Adrian Eichhorn is passionate about aviation. When he isn’t flying as a first officer with JetBlue based out of Boston, he’s flying his 1962 P35 Beechcraft V-Tail Bonanza based at Manassas Regional Airport, close to his home in Northern Virginia. Eichhorn bought the Bonanza in 1988 and […]
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Daher adds to TBM family
At the 2017 SUN ‘n FUN, Daher unveiled the TBM 910 as the newest member of its TBM business turboprop aircraft family, succeeding the TBM 900 version with the incorporation of a next-generation integrated flight deck, along with cabin interior and safety enhancements. Key changes are the TBM 910’s Garmin G1000 NXi flight deck, which succeeds […]
Young Artists Contest looks ‘Beyond the Clouds’
The winners of the 2017 FAI Young Artists Contest are two youngsters from India and one from Russia. The 2017 theme of “Beyond the Clouds” inspired children from ages 6 to 17 from all FAI Member countries, according to FAI officials. “We see almost every aspect of clouds, except what they look like from above,” said FAI contest […]
GAMA applauds EASA’s CS-23 rule
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) hailed the launch of the European Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) CS-23 final rule, calling it a true breakthrough for the general aviation sector. The new CS-23 framework will dramatically improve how easily new safety technologies and products can be developed and made available to customers, according to GAMA officials. […]
51% feel election will benefit aviation industry
JSfirm.com recently released its Hiring Trends Survey for 2017. Of those surveyed, over 51% feel the presidential election will have a positive impact on the aviation industry, while 6% believe the election will have a negative effect. “The survey results indicate a thriving aviation job market,” said Jeff Richards, JSfirm.com operations manager. “We are busy. New companies […]
Top Hawk universities take delivery of new aircraft
Cessna’s 2017 Top Hawk university partners recently took delivery of their new, custom-branded Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft to be used for flight training, recruiting efforts and promotional activities throughout the year. Textron Aviation has partnered with Auburn University, Eastern Kentucky University, Louisiana Tech University, The Ohio State University, and Southern Illinois University Carbondale to support the advancement […]
French National Jet Team roars across U.S.
The French National Jet Team, Patrouille de France, is touring the U.S. for the next two months, to honor the 100th anniversary of America entering World War I on April 6, 1917. The first tour of the jet team in 31 years, it is only performing at five airshows this year. Matt Genuardi captured these […]
Lots of sun, lots more fun
We’re lined up two abreast on Lakeland-Linder Regional Airport’s big Runway 27, slightly staggered like fighters on an aircraft carrier’s deck. Ahead of us a flight of two massive T-28 Trojans in Navy colors thunder down the runway. The T-28s lift into pale morning sky and the tower radios that it’s our turn to takeoff. […]
10 things you need to know about ADS-B
The FAA wants you to know these 10 things about ADS-B: 1. ADS-B Out is Mandated, Not ADS-B In. ADS-B Out is mandated, and only within certain airspace. Starting Jan. 1, 2020, you must be equipped with ADS-B Out to fly in airspace where a Mode C transponder is required today. Owners can install an […]