WICHITA, Kansas – Textron Aviation reports its company-owned service centers in Sacramento, California; Mesa, Arizona; and Paris, France, have gained certification for Beechcraft King Air 90-, 200- and 300-series aircraft service and repair. The Sacramento and Mesa facilities are the first Citation service centers in North America to gain FAA authorization for Beechcraft King Air service, opening […]
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What is my transponder really doing?
Anthony Arispe, staff A&P at The HD Pilot, answers that question in his newest blog post, where he explains the inner workings of an aircraft transponder.
American Aero acquires additional hangars, land at FTW
FORT WORTH, Texas – FBO American Aero FTW has purchased 64,000 square feet of additional hangar space and 2.3 acres of land at Meacham International Airport (FTW).American Aero is also building three hangars and a two-story office complex. Slated for completion later this year, the new hangars will accommodate any aircraft up to a Gulfstream […]
Twirly Birds award Stratford
Twirly Birds, the international helicopter pilot organization, has given this year’s Les Morris Award to Nancy Miller Livingston Stratford, the first woman on the west coast to receive her commercial helicopter certificate. Stratford received her helicopter rating in 1947 after having been an airplane pilot since 1940. She has written a book, “Contact! Britain!: A woman ferry pilot’s […]
What is your favorite fly-in or airshow?
The March print issues of General Aviation News will focus on airshows and fly-ins, so we’re asking our readers about their favorites. Is there a show or fly-in you look forward to every year? What makes it special? Any tips for those who want to join in the fun about flying into the field or […]
Holman Aviation celebrates 65th anniversary
GREAT FALLS, Mont. – This year, Holman Aviation is celebrating its diamond anniversary — its 65th year in business. That’s no small feat for the FBO, which is practically as old as its airport, Great Falls International Airport (GTF). Dwight Holman has served as president of Holman Aviation since 1992. He succeeded his father, Homer Holman, who founded the FBO […]
Radar class slated for Twin Commander University
Among the often confusing displays, buttons, switches and annunciators in today’s advanced cockpits, one of the easiest devices to use is the airborne weather radar system. Simply turn it on, and when it’s warmed up and tested, adjust the range and tilt to see the weather ahead. What could be more intuitive? In fact, there […]
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. acquires NationAir Aviation Insurance
ITASCA, Ill. — Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired NationAir Aviation Insurance. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1978, NationAir is an insurance broker offering commercial property/casualty and risk management insurance services specifically for the aviation industry. Jeffrey Bauer and his associates will continue to operate in West Chicago under the direction of Michael […]
Duncan Aviation rolls out off-site avionics services in Chicago area
Duncan Aviation’s Battle Creek, Mich., avionics team recently rolled out an off-site avionics service that allows aircraft owners in the Chicago area to schedule avionics line service in their hangars and at their airports instead of at one of Duncan Aviation’s maintenance facilities. Duncan Aviation also staffs an engine Rapid Response Team (RRT) in the Chicago area. […]