In a move that surprised many, the FAA has reached a deal with the city of Santa Monica to close the Santa Monica Airport on Dec. 31, 2028. The deal resolves “longstanding litigation” over the future of the Southern California airport, according to FAA officials. Announced by the city during a press conference on a […]
Maule’s M-9 Series grows by two
Maule Air has expanded its M-9 series with the newly certified M-9-260 Fuel Injected and M-9-235 Carbureted. The former is powered by a 260-hp Lycoming IO-540, the latter by a 235-hp Lycoming O-540 that can burn mogas. Both can seat up to five people and have a 2,800 pound gross weight. The useful load of the […]
Video: Getting in sync
The folks at FunPlacesToFly.com just posted a video to help pilots who shoot their own aviation videos. The video shows how to sync multiple aviation videos with Adobe Premiere Elements. The tutorial shows how to sync videos shot from different locations on your airplane, while keeping the timing consistent.
Aviation campus planned for Addison Airport
ADDISON, Texas — The Business Aviation Group is moving ahead with plans to redevelop more than 16 acres at Addison Airport, just north of Dallas, into an aviation campus. The BA Group’s new development will be in the southeast quadrant of Addison Airport (KADS), adjacent to the notable Addison Circle Park. Phase I, which will consist […]
Shea joins NASAO
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has tapped John Shea as manager of government relations. Shea has several years of Hill experience, which includes work as a legislative assistant for Representatives Chuck Fleischmann and Stephen Fincher, both from Tennessee. “I’m very pleased to welcome John as the newest member of the NASAO team,” […]
Check ride ends in crash
The designated pilot examiner (DPE) and student pilot were conducting a private pilot check ride. The DPE reported that, during climbout, he retarded the throttle to simulate an engine failure. The student attempted to recover the Cessna 172 by lowering its nose to maintain controlled flight. However, the airplane descended. The DPE terminated the simulated engine […]
Flying the SheHawk
Pete Bunce, president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), sent in this photo of his wife, Patty, making her way to Oshkosh in her “SheHawk.”
Ghosts in the desert
By K.D. LEPERI In a lonely stretch of desiccated Sonoran Desert lies the ghosts of many an aircraft. Their ages and missions vary and some relics are in better shape than others. However, whether reciprocating engine, propeller, or jet powered, all have a wonderful backstory. Located in Tucson, Arizona, The Pima Air & Space Museum is […]
Using technology to improve pilot performance
Researchers from Wichita State University and the University of Oklahoma are researching using technology to improve pilot performance. Wichita State University professor Jibo explains the project includes testing a head-mounted display and wearable devices used in simulator-based pilot training. The FAA selected research teams from the University of Oklahoma (OU) and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to lead the new […]