RANS announces an increase in gross weight to 1,320 lbs., the limit in the Light Sport Aircraft category. The increase applies to the S-6ES, S-6ELS, S-6S, S-6LS Coyote II equipped with the Sport wing, and S-7 (1999 and up) and all S-7S and S-7LS aircraft.
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Piper taps Dow as chief of production for new jet
Piper Aircraft Inc. has named 30-year aerospace veteran Michael Dow as chief of production for the company’s new single-engine business jet, the PiperJet Altaire. Dow was most recently group manager of Manufacturing Engineering & Tooling at Aurora Flight Sciences. Prior to that, he worked at Bell Helicopter for 11 years where he held leadership positions […]
New cafe opens at FLL FBO
Sheltair has introduced new food service offerings to its Fort Lauderdale FBO customers and tenants. Silver Lining In-flight Catering has opened Jet Runway Café Express in the main lobby of Sheltair Fort Lauderdale at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). The café includes assorted hot and cold food options and offers express breakfast and lunch […]
Soloy Mk II turbine conversion in demand
Soloy Aviation Solutions is finding increased sales demand for its FAA-certified Mk II turbine 206 conversion, thanks, in part, to the problems surrounding price and availability of 100LL, company officials said. Dave Stauffer, Soloy’s CEO, says: “We are seeing increased activity both in sales and inquiries for our latest variant of Soloy’s turbine engine conversion […]
Upset Prevention and Recovery Training seminars slated
The NASTAR Center in Southampton, Pa., is hosting free seminars on the importance of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) from mid-June through August. The one-day seminars will provide corporate and private pilots with the latest industry knowledge, techniques, and simulated upset flight experiences on the newest in flight simulation technology, the GL-4000, according to […]
Phenix fittings now at Wicks
Wicks Aircraft Supply has teamed with a plumbing fixture company to expand its list of fluid control products for homebuilders. The company, Phenix Industries, has been in the business of providing fuel fittings for the auto racing industry for the past 40 years. They are also involved in boating and aviation. Wicks will offer flexible […]
Independence Aviation named Cirrus Platinum Training Center
Independence Aviation LLC (IA), based at Centennial Airport (APA) in Englewood, Colorado, has been designated a Cirrus Platinum Training Center by Cirrus Aircraft. The appointment recognizes IA as a training center that “epitomizes premium quality service, exceptional training, outstanding support and state-of-the-art technical skill,” according to company officials. “At IA we take aviation seriously while […]
Professional Aviation Associates teams with Accessory Overhaul Group
Professional Aviation Associates has formed an alliance with Accessory Overhaul Group, Inc. (AOG Atlanta). With facilities in Griffin, Ga., and Phoenix, Ariz., A.O.G. Inc. is an FAA/EASA Certified Repair Station, Accessory Class I Electrical Accessories, Class II Electrical Accessories and Class III Electronic Accessories. A.O.G. specializes in aircraft component testing, overhauling and certification services including […]
‘Air Racers 3D’ to soar into IMAX theaters
3D Entertainment USA, a 3D entertainment films company, has completed principal photography on its upcoming IMAX theater film about the Reno Air Races, “Air Racers 3D.” Produced in association with L.A.-based Pretend Entertainment and Stereoscope, the film is an in-depth exploration of the fastest motor sport on Earth at the annual Reno National Championship Air […]