After a comprehensive risk analysis, the FAA has raised the unmanned aircraft (UAS) “blanket” altitude authorization for Section 333 exemption holders and government aircraft operators to 400 feet. Previously, the agency had put in place a nationwide Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) for such flights up to 200 feet. The new COA policy allows […]
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Sonex cuts price on SubSonex jet
OSHKOSH — Sonex Aircraft has launched a new sales strategy for the SubSonex Personal Jet, with a reduced airframe price to put this aircraft into the hands of more pilots. The SubSonex package is now available in separate purchases of Airframe, PBS TJ-100 engine, optional BRS package, and other optional accessories. The SubSonex airframe is […]
Flightsafety celebrates 65th anniversary
NEW YORK – FlightSafety International celebrated the 65th anniversary of its founding March 29. “Today we commemorate and celebrate FlightSafety’s 65th anniversary. Throughout our history, we have focused on our mission to enhance aviation safety while providing outstanding customer service and the highest quality training and equipment,” said Bruce Whitman, chairman, president and CEO. “We are most […]
First Super Legend landing on a pickup truck by Greg Koontz Airshows this weekend
SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS – American Legend Aircraft Company reports the first scheduled performance of a Super Legend HP aircraft landing on a pickup truck will be this weekend. Greg Koontz Airshows will perform at Luke Air Force Base near Glendale, Ariz., during its 75 Years of Airpower airshow April 2-3,. This will be the first public performance […]
Cockrell to be inducted Into NAFI Flight Instructor Hall of Fame
The National Association of Flight Instructors reports that Jerald D. Cockrell will be inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame in ceremonies at SUN ‘n FUN in Lakeland, Florida, next week.The induction ceremonies are scheduled to take place during the NAFI Member Dinner on Wednesday evening, April 6. Cockrell, of Stevensville, Montana, is president of Cocluell […]
Museum presents author Jessica Cox
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The International Women’s Air & Space Museum (IWASM) will host a book and poster signing with author Jessica Cox on Sunday, April 3, from 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. at the museum before the showing of the award-winning feature documentary, “Right Footed,” at the Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF). Cox was born without arms but didn’t […]
Keeping a majestic dream alive
By PHILIP HANDLEMAN My first time at the controls of an airplane was 53 years ago. I have been a licensed pilot for 45 years and I currently fly a U.S. military aircraft of World War II vintage. My wife, Mary, and I operate a private airport in Michigan’s Oakland County, which we have owned for […]
Air Racing from the Cockpit: Planning to win
Dispatch from 7,500 feet over Texas, somewhere north of Lubbock: I’m on my way to the first race of the season, the Azalea Air Race, in Nacogdoches, Texas, in the Sport Air Racing League. For me just getting there will be a day-long, 620-mile cross country with three fuel stops. It’s not the closest race that […]
SUN ‘n FUN Career Fair in one week
The third annual SUN ’n FUN Career Fair will be held April 6, during the annual fly-in. The career fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Florida Air Museum. SUN ‘n FUN has once again partnered with the aviation job website, JSfirm.com, to host the event. Recruiters will be onsite to interview […]