True Blue Power has introduced a 2,000-watt, AC-to-DC voltage converter. The TC2000 is ideal for aircraft with AC electrical systems that require 28-volt DC power, according to company officials. The voltage converter delivers 28-volt DC power to in-flight entertainment systems; interior and exterior lighting; and in-seat, cabin and cockpit USB power. One TC2000 powers more […]
Aeroplane Apparel Company debuts
Aeroplane Apparel Company has introduced its collection of clothing to celebrate our nation’s rich aviation heritage. The new online clothing retailer showcases T-shirt designs made in the USA. Highlights of the new company’s clothing line include four distinctive T-shirt categories, according to company officials. The first, known as the Adventure Collection, is comprised of T-shirt […]
Piper prop hits tree
According to the pilot, on short final during landing, he thought he had cleared the trees on the approach end of the private airstrip in Shulin Lake, Alaska. He aimed for his landing spot, but the propeller struck a tree and the Piper PA-18 hit the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the both […]
Picture of the Day: Morning in Hells Canyon
Richard Mayes sent in this photo for Picture of the Day, explaining: “Spring has finally arrived in Northeastern Oregon and the wildflowers are blooming in Hells Canyon. It’s a perfect time to enjoy a morning at Dug Bar on the Snake River.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? […]
Unleaded avgas: A hot button issue
In a previous column, CYA, the FAA and the new unleaded avgas, I discussed the problems the FAA may have with the new proposed unleaded 100 octane avgas. In addition to the lower octane characteristics of the avgas, one of the big concerns is exhaust valve recession. I received a number of responses to the […]
New Advisory standardizes non-towered flight operations
A new Advisory Circular standardizes traffic pattern altitudes and procedures at airports without operating control towers. Advisory Circular (AC) 90-66B, Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations, replaces two advisories: One from 1993 that addressed traffic patterns, and another from 1990 that provided communication guidance, according to officials with the National Business Aviation Association. “No matter what a […]
S52 to close for 85 days
WINTHROP, Washington – Methow Valley State Airport (S52) will close May 14, 2018, for 85 days for a $5 million project to replace the pavement at the general aviation airport. According to officials with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), the runway is tentatively scheduled to reopen at the end of June to avoid […]
Use less real estate when you land
A Shortfield Takeoff and Landing Workshop has been slated at Havana Regional Airport (9I0) in Illinois May 18-19, 2018. Havana’s 2,200′ grass strip is not exactly a short field, but by the time you are done with this workshop you should only need half of it, organizers promise. Three experienced instructors will take you […]
Upwind Foundation reveals Class of 2018
The Upwind Foundation has revealed the Upwind Summer Scholarship Class of 2018: Alessandro Franco of Burlingame, California, Daniel Levin of Belmont, and Aditya Munshi of Saratoga. The three aspiring young aviators have been awarded a complete primary flight training program including ground school that began in April and flight training during the summer. “This scholarship rejuvenates […]