Frequent contributor Megan Vande Voort sent us these photos from the Lake Red Rock Balloon Fest, held July 7-9 over Lake Red Rock in Marion County, Iowa.
Are anti-wear oil additives OK in experimental engines?
In a recent column, “For oils, it’s all about the chemistry,” I wrote about the difference between automotive and aircraft engine oils and why you should not use automotive oil in a certified aircraft engine. I’ve since received two similar questions about adding anti-wear additive zinc dithio phosphorus (ZDP) supplement in experimental aircraft engines. ZDP supplement […]
Bonhams to auction Dragon
On Sept. 9, 2017, Bonhams will auction Sir Torquil Norman’s twin-engined 1934 de Havilland DH84 Dragon biplane as one of the stars of its 16th annual Goodwood Revival Meeting Sale. This iconic aircraft is one of only five of its type still flying in the world, according to Bonhams officials, who note it was completely restored […]
FAA hiring controllers, but staffing crisis remains
WASHINGTON, D.C. – While the FAA is currently accepting applications for entry-level air traffic controller positions, this is just a step toward lessening the current nationwide controller staffing crisis, according to officials with the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. They say it will take years of “sustained hiring and successful training” to fully end the crisis. […]
30+ companies participating in AirVenture Job Fair
JSfirm.com reports there are more than 30 companies registered to participate in the Experimental Aircraft Association‘s week-long Job Fair, being held as part of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh July 24-30, 2017, at Wittman Regional Airport in Wisconsin. “This year is shaping up to be another great event,” said Abbey Hutter, marketing coordinator for JSfirm.com. “I can’t think of a […]
AEA to award $1,000 toward ADS-B installation to five aircraft owners at Oshkosh
To help encourage owners of general aviation aircraft to meet the FAA’s ADS-B Out equipage mandate in the United States, the Aircraft Electronics Association will randomly award five aircraft owners $1,000 toward an ADS-B compliant upgrade during the Experimental Aircraft Association’s AirVenture Oshkosh, July 24-30, in Wisconsin. This year marks the fourth-consecutive year that the AEA […]
Nominations now being accepted for Texas Aviation Hall of Fame
HOUSTON – Nominations are being accepted until July 31, 2017, for the 2018 inductees into Texas Aviation Hall of Fame. Those selected will be announced this fall and will be inducted during the Lone Star Flight Museum’s annual gala on May 5, 2018. The selection advisory committee, designated by the Lone Star Flight Museum (LSFM) board […]
Cessna stalls during banner tow flight
The pilot reported that while conducting banner towing operations in Renton, Washington, after the Cessna 150 passed through the banner pick up gates, he applied full throttle and pitched the nose of the airplane up. Once the airspeed reached 40 miles per hour, he looked back to ensure that the banner pickup was successful. When he turned […]
FIFI visits Knoxville
Capt. Hal Denton sent us these photos, taken when the Commemorative Air Force’s B-29 “FIFI” visited Knoxville, Tenn. “It was amazing to watch them start the engines,” he noted.