The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) recently honored aerobatic pilot Sean D. Tucker, Rep. Todd Rokita (R-Ind.) and 71 other members of Congress, Pat Hartness, and Woody Lesikar for their contributions to general aviation during the second annual Bob Hoover Trophy Reception. “Tonight we honor those who have distinguished themselves for their exemplary work protecting […]
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New Asian air sports federation launches
The growth of general aviation in Asia, along with air sports, has led to the formation of the Air Sports Federation in Asia (ASFA). The new federation is the result of the merger of two smaller organizations — The Airsport Federation of Asia (AFA) and the Asian Air Sports Federation (AASF). The AFA and AASF […]
Wings Club to present Outstanding Aviator Award
NEW YORK — The Wings Club Foundation and International Aviation Womens Association (IAWA) will present Heather Penney with the 2017 annual Outstanding Aviator Award. The presentation will take place during The Wings Club Foundation’s Annual Meeting March 29, 2017, at The Yale Club in New York City. Penney is recognized for her extraordinary service and bravery […]
No relief for airport forced to shut down when Trump visits his resort
The Associated Press is reporting that business at Lantana Airport, also known as West Palm Beach County Airport, won’t get any concessions from the Secret Service. The airport will have to close down each time President Donald Trump visits his Mar-a-Lago resort, despite efforts by GA advocacy groups and others. According to the AP report, […]
Pilot designs unique lake home
Officials at Schweiss Doors say just when you think you’ve seen it all, another customer comes to Schweiss Doors with a unique request. Retired airline pilot Gene Buboltz of Cold Spring, Minn., was looking for two unique hydraulic applications for his lake home. One door is disguised as a wall, allowing him to drive his ATV […]
Companies form alliance for hybrid aircraft
DENVER — XTI Aircraft Company and Bye Aerospace have entered into an agreement to develop a hybrid/electric prototype of XTI’s TriFan vertical takeoff airplane. “We’re continuing with our plan,” said Robert J. LaBelle, XTI’s Chief Executive Officer, “but we’ve made two important changes. First, with the engineering expertise of the team at Bye Aerospace, this first […]
Inaugural RAF Trail takes off
The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has introduced its inaugural RAF Trail 2017. The Trail showcases special aviation destinations, some of which the RAF has worked to preserve or maintain — typically partnering with local, state, and national organizations. Each destination offers a variety of camping experiences, recreational aspects, special activities and a small memento of appreciation […]
Mayors say no to privatizing ATC
More than 115 mayors in all 50 states recently wrote a letter to Congress expressing concern about the impact of air traffic control privatization on communities across the country, especially those in rural regions of the country. For these communities, local airports and general aviation represent a vital connection for small businesses, farms, emergency responders and […]
Concorde Battery expands as it celebrates 40th anniversary
WEST COVINA, California — Concorde Battery Corporation, established in 1977, is celebrating 40 years in business in 2017. After 39 years of exclusively manufacturing out of West Covina, California, 2016 marked the opening of a second facility on the east coast in Austell, Georgia. The new facility received FAA PMA approval in 2017, which has […]