MADRID, Spain — Spanish pilot and experimental aircraft builder Michel Gordillo will begin his Round-the-World flight Feb. 19, in an attempt to break the world record by flying a North/South route across the poles. Gordillo, an experienced “Earth Rounder,” built and custom-modified his experimental RV-8 aircraft specifically for this flight. If he is successful, Gordillo will […]
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SAM Aircraft acquired by Heintz brothers
The assets of SAM Aircraft have been acquired by the sons of aircraft designer Chris Heintz, owners of Zenith Aircraft Company in the U.S. and Zenair Ltd. in Canada. Founded in 2009 by Thierry Zibi in Quebec, Canada, SAM Aircraft was developed as a modern light-sport aircraft (LSA). A low-wing all-metal tandem two-seater, the SAM Aircraft design is […]
Are you feeling lucky?
Poker runs are some of the most fun that you can have with your airplane. This weekend is the 11th Annual Rio Colorado Poker Run, designated as the SocialFlight.com Event of the Week. The poker run stops open at 8 a.m. and include the following airports: Sun Valley (A20), Indian Hills (2AZ1), Kingman (KIGM), Parker (P20), […]
Florida General Aviation Caucus builds on momentum
Building on the momentum from its inaugural meeting in October, the Florida General Aviation (GA) Caucus recently met to urge all state legislators to financially support GA airports and embrace a tax exemption on aircraft sales and related services. Proposed by the Florida Aviation Business Association (FABA), the tax exemption would help Florida aviation businesses remain competitive […]
XTI Aircraft earns SEC qualification
DENVER — XTI Aircraft Company (XTI) has launched a formal stock offering and is accepting investments to support development of the new TriFan 600 aircraft. The opportunity to invest is not only open to those who have expressed interest in investing in the company, but to all investors around the globe. Shares in XTI can be purchased at […]
EPS celebrates milestones
Engineered Propulsion Systems (EPS) reached a number of milestones in 2015 while pursuing FAA certification of its new engine, according to officials with the New Richmond, Wis.-based company. The company relocated its manufacturing and assembly into larger facilities at New Richmond Airport (KNRH). Additional facilities are located in Mojave, Calif., and Germany. Incorporating data obtained from […]
CAP goes to the Super Bowl
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The Civil Air Patrol’s California Wing have been tasked to help ensure the safety and security of the airspace around Super Bowl 50, slated for Feb. 7. To help train Air Force fighter aircrews and maintain their proficiency, Civil Air Patrol will fly its Cessna airplanes into “restricted airspace” to simulate […]
How to get rid of check ride anxiety
In her latest post, GlobalAir.com blogger Sarina Houston enumerates several things you can do to minimize your anxiety and maximize your chances of doing well on your check ride, including: Take a mock check ride; get the gouge; read through the PTS; and, finally, remind your self that the worst thing that can happen isn’t really […]
Textron Aviation launches 1Call
WICHITA – Textron Aviation has launched 1Call, which provides a single point of contact for Beechcraft, Citation and Hawker customers during unscheduled maintenance events. Customers can access the dedicated 1Call team by dialing 316-517-2090. “Our enhanced call center means simplified, quick access to Textron Aviation’s customer service team for our owners needing immediate support. From the […]