Air Journey, a Florida-based company that orchestrates aviation adventures, is preparing to launch a special excursion to circumnavigate the South America continent. The group of private airplanes will take off from Palm Beach, Florida, Feb. 27 and return to the U.S. April 3, 36 days and 13, 600nm later. “This turns out to be one […]
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Piper appoints vp-engineering
Piper Aircraft Inc. has named Michael Hinderberger as vice president of engineering, responsible for all Piper engineering and new product development activities. “We welcome Michael Hinderberger to the Piper senior leadership team,” said Piper CEO Geoffrey Berger. “Mike’s experience in the management of aircraft certification programs, production implementation and customer service will serve him and […]
Night air show returns to Oshkosh
The Night Air Show and Fireworks with the “Wall of Fire” will return on Saturday, July 30, to light up the sky on the final evening at EAA AirVenture 2011, slated for July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The inaugural Night Air Show at EAA AirVenture 2010 drew tens of thousands to the […]
Wicks now sells ice protection fluid
Wicks Aircraft Supply is now selling in-flight ice protection fluid by Kilfrost. The TKS ice protection system protects aircraft from in-flight icing by pumping chemical through porous metal structures that form the leading edge of the wing. Propellers, windscreens and tail surface can also be protected by the de-ice fluid. TKS 406B contains a mixture […]
Legendary Martha’s Vineyard Airport joins Avfuel network
Avfuel Corporation and Martha’s Vineyard Airport (MVY) have confirmed that they are now partnered as fuel supplier and branded FBO. Under the agreement Martha’s Vineyard receives fuel, marketing, quality assurance and other services from Avfuel, while retaining full independence. “Martha’s Vineyard Airport has served the general and commercial aviation traffic of Martha’s Vineyard for over […]
Air Zoo opens disc golf course
Visitors at the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo, Mich., now have a new aerodynamic activity to enjoy — a nine-hole disc golf course. This brand new disc golf course is nestled around the Air Zoo’s wooded property and features nine par three holes, which are free and open to the public year-round. The Air Zoo will […]
Interested in flying to the Bahamas?
SunState Aviation at Florida’s Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) will host a free seminar for pilots interested in learning about the requirements needed to fly to the Islands of the Bahamas Thursday, Jan. 20. A representative from the Bahamas will discuss information with attendees, including customs and insurance requirements, forms and safe entry guidelines. The seminar […]
Air BP FBOs offer Super Bowl deals
Air BP FBOs in the Dallas area are offering deals for pilots flying in for the Super Bowl Feb. 6. Air BP FBOs in the area include: Landmark Aviation (ADS), Addison: 35 minutes to Dallas Cowboy Stadium In the heart of north Dallas Minutes from downtown Dallas Textar Aviation (DAL), Dallas: Earn Triple Bravo Points […]
Mid-Continent Instruments unveils 2-inch airspeed indicator and altimeter
Mid-Continent Instruments has received TSO certification of the MD15 2-inch altimeter and the MD25 2-inch airspeed indicator. “The MD15 altimeter and MD25 airspeed indicator complement our 4200 electric attitude indicator and complete the 2-inch standby package,” said Brett Williams, engineering manager for Mid-Continent Instruments. “Their small size saves space in crowded panels and provides either […]