Leading Edge Aviation has selected Gulf Coast Avionics as its exclusive provider of avionics installation, repair and troubleshooting. The appointment follows Leading Edge Aviation’s move to two hangars adjacent to the Gulf Coast Avionics facility at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (KLAL). Founded in 1994, Leading Edge Aviation is a Cirrus Factory Authorized Service Center. “We are […]
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FAA releases 2016 to 2036 Aerospace Forecast
The FAA has released its annual Aerospace Forecast Report Fiscal Years 2016 to 2036 that finds a sustained increase in overall air travel and the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).A key portion of the forecast focuses on projections for the growth in the use of unmanned aircraft, also known as drones or remotely piloted aircraft. […]
NTSB issues safety alert on challenges of flying in to big airshows
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Transportation Safety Board has issued aviation safety alert SA-053, highlighting aviation safety issues pilots may face arriving at major fly-in events. The safety alert comes in advance of two major fly-in events — the April 5-10 SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo in Lakeland, Florida, and the July 25- 31 Experimental […]
100 years of Coast Guard aviation to be honored at AirVenture
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — A century of aircraft used to save lives and protect freedom will be highlighted at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2016, as the world’s largest aviation fly-in salutes 100 years of U.S. Coast Guard aviation and celebrates its men, women, and aircraft. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2016, the 64th annual Experimental Aircraft […]
Wings Club names McNerney Distinguished Award recipient
NEW YORK — The Wings Club Foundation will honor Boeing’s immediate past Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, W. James (Jim) McNerney, Jr., with the 2016 Distinguished Achievement Award. The Wings Club Foundation will present the award on Oct. 21, at the 74th Annual Awards Gala to be held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York […]
Video: Cutting toilet paper with a Stearman
Nick Ziroli, pilot and owner of the Stearman in this video, takes Annemarie Bain up to show her how to cut a roll of toilet paper thrown from his Stearman! What an adventure!
Surviving in the backcountry
By Kristian Ljundkvist You’re two hours into a cross-country trip, flying peacefully over a forested wilderness about an hour out from your destination. You’re enjoying the silence on the radio when you suddenly notice the oil pressure gauge – out of the corner of your eye – dropping to zero. Shortly thereafter: Silence. Your training […]
FAA doubles ‘blanket’ altitude for many drone flights
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 […]
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 […]