An English-language China Aviation Directory is now available to the business public. The 321-page directory provides a listing of all major aviation organizations and companies throughout China, including government agencies, societies and associations, airlines, airports, national corporations, aircraft and component manufacturers, engine and component manufacturers, airborne equipment manufacturers, tool and machinery manufacturers, aeronautical research institutes […]
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Skykits opens new facility in Tennessee
Skykits Corp. has opened a new $2.5 million manufacturing facility at Henry County Airport (PHT) in Paris, Tennessee. Skykits began selling kits and manufacturing ready-to-fly airplanes in Canada in 2004 from designs produced by an Italian company, ICP Srl. “After several expansions in Canada, a move to the U.S. was the next logical step because […]
eBook bundle introduced
In the spirit of International Learn to Fly Day, ASA’s new eBook bundle is an introduction to the world of flying and flight training for prospective pilots. The bundle includes eBook editions of “You Can Fly!” by authors Greg Brown and Laurel Lippert, and the FAA’s Student Pilot Guide. The books are a complementary duo […]
Get a new interior — RightNow
Cessna Aircraft Co. has launched a program to reduce lead times required for interior refurbishments of classic Citations. Under the new RightNow Interiors program, Cessna’s Citation Service Centers will stock pre-selected, certified interior design materials, eliminating long-lead times – typically eight to 12 weeks – traditionally necessary to order materials for interior refurbishments. “This program […]
Red Canoe launches 2010 catalog
Red Canoe-National Heritage Brands has released its 2010 catalog. Founder and Creative Director Dax Wilkinson says, “We seek inspiration in both landscape and history – whether it be aviation, bush flying or iconic Canadian institutions.” New in the Aviation category is the Boeing Collection, the first and only licensing partnership involving all of the American […]
CubCrafters slates Carbon Cub Demo Days
CubCrafters’ network of Certified Sales Centers will host Carbon Cub Demo Days throughout the month of June. A variety of events will take place at a wide range of locations across America, including private demo flights, fly-ins, pancake breakfasts, even a weekend getaway at a lake resort where you can stay in a cabin and […]
Parade of Planes set to take off at LZU
FLYING’s Parade of Planes–Southeast will be held in the Atlanta Metro Area at the Gwinnett County Airport (LZU). Aircraft Specialists Jet Center will host the event June 11-12. The Expo is designed to create a “superstore” environment for consumers who are serious about making an aircraft purchase, according to organizers. Consumers can compare the most […]
Purdue to offer online Master’s degree in Aviation Technology
Purdue University’s College of Technology will offer an online master’s degree with an aviation concentration beginning this fall. The degree program is designed for aviation professionals who are looking to move into a leadership position. “The College of Technology recognizes the need to make graduate education available to individuals working full-time in business and industry,” […]
Tour historic Flabob Airport
Flabob Airport (RIR) in Riverside, Calif., now offers breakfast and a tour of the airport every third Saturday of the month (except December) from 8 a.m. to 11.m. The $5 breakfast, which includes eggs, meats, coffee and pancakes, is served in the EAA Chapter One hangar. High school students, many from the Wathen Aviation High […]