WASHINGTON, D.C. – A growing number of state departments of transportation are leveraging drone technology to improve safety, reduce traffic congestion and save money. According to a March 2016 survey by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, 33 state departments of transportation have or are exploring, researching, testing or using unmanned aerial […]
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Grand opening of the Wings of the North Air Museum set
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Wings of the North (WOTN) will host the Grand Opening of the Wings of the North Air Museum at the Flying Cloud Airport May 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. A pancake breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony. At approximately noon, weather permitting, one […]
Three CFIs earn Master Accreditation for 10th time
In March, Master Instructors designated its next class of Ten-Time Masters. The achievement marks 20 years of participation in the Master Instructor Continuing Education Program (MICEP). Three instructors make up this second group to reach the 10-time milestone: David Faile of Fairfield, Connecticut; Lonnie Hilkemeier of Boulder, Colorado; and Lou Wipotnik of Wheeling, Illinois. Faile is an […]
Honorary fly-by to salute military planned at KMYR
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Beach Aviation Services, an Horry County government FBO, will host the inaugural Salute Our Heroes Fly-By event on April 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Myrtle Beach International Airport’s General Aviation Terminal (KMYR). Developed to pay tribute to those who served in the United States Air Force (USAF) […]
Partnership brings a new ultralight Alaskan Bush Tire to Europe’s LSA market
CHUGIAK, Alaska — Airframes Alaska reports the approval and first production run of the first Ultralight Alaskan Bushwheel. The Alaska-based company worked in collaboration with French wheel-and-brake manufacturer Beringer Aero to develop the new lightweight backcountry airplane tire specifically for European light-sport aircraft (LSA). The Ultralight Bushwheel is designed for off-field operations in France, Italy, and other European […]
Picture of the day: Rusty no more
OK, it’s not a beautiful plane flying through a majestic sky, but maybe something just as cool: A no-longer Rusty Pilot. Mike Vidal sent in this photo, explaining: “Just got myself re-certifed having completed my biennial after 13-plus years of not flying. Thank you Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) for the Rusty Pilots seminar […]
Still flying the backcountry at 81
By AMELIA REIHELD. One of the best things about flying is the ability to see wondrous sights from a point of view few people ever have. It’s a rare privilege to venture to some of the most remote parts of the country so quickly, especially considering the alternative might involve cross-country travel by snowshoe or […]
Hughes receives Master Pilot award
SANFORD, Fla. — Jim Hughes recently earned the prestigious Wright Brothers “Master Pilot” Award from the FAA. The award recognizes individuals who have exhibited professionalism, skill and aviation expertise for at least 50 years while piloting aircraft as master pilots. Hosted by Sanford’s Aerosim Flight Academy, the award presentation drew a supporting crowd of more […]
EAA teams with Soaring Society of America to boost participation in aviation
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and Soaring Society of America (SSA) have signed a memorandum of understanding that expands the organizations’ joint efforts to bring the possibilities of flight to more people. The agreement also includes initiatives ranging from membership growth and communications to advocacy and youth activities. “There is […]