PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. — The accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen in World War II and beyond will be celebrated as the theme of the third annual Atlanta Warbird Weekend, set for Oct. 7-9, 2017, at Dekalb-Peachtree Airport Hosted by the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing, the weekend will feature the CAF Tuskegee Red Tail Squadron […]
Stellar Aviation acquires Horizon Aviation at KSPI
SOUTH PALM BEACH, Florida — Stellar Aviation Group has acquired Horizon Aviation, an FBO at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield, Ill. “This new location is the strategic cornerstone for our growing FBO network as we look to expand further throughout the important Midwestern region,” said Jonathan Miller, president of Stellar Aviation Group. The Abraham Lincoln […]
New combinations added to pivot head wrench line
BONDHUS has added new set combinations to its line of Hex•Pro Hex and TORX tip pivot head wrenches. Tools are now available in boxes or clamshell packaging, with or without storage pouches. The tools have a matte chrome finish to prevent corrosion. They also have long handles to provide extra reach, while the pivoting head can […]
Troubleshooting engine issue leads to loss of control
The pilot reported that, during cruise flight, the air traffic controller instructed him to descend from 9,000 to 4,000 feet. While performing the descent checklist, he switched fuel tanks on the Bonanza A36, and the engine subsequently lost power. He further reported that he was certain that the engine restarted and that the event put him […]
A flock of Maules
Gary Lanthrum recently sent in this photo, explaining: “This is a flock of Maules parked at Concrete Airport (3W5) in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. We all got together for a tour of the Naval Air Station at Whidbey Island, and some gentleman’s backcountry flying.”
Sebring Expo launches
SEBRING, Florida — The U.S. Sport Aviation Expo kicks off today, offering a variety of aviation experiences from drones to demo flights, as well as the chance to drive various automobiles on the iconic Sebring Raceway. According to Expo organizers, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles will be available for a test drive experience on the […]
Belite introduces Pipper
WICHITA — Belite Aircraft has introduced its first two-place experimental aircraft design, the Pipper. “I wanted to take my wife flying in a Belite aircraft,” explains James Wiebe, the CEO of Belite, “and implement my years of learning about what it takes to make a light plane quick to build, strong and affordable for the […]
Renovated terminal opens at KFTW
FORT WORTH, Texas – A new day has dawned at Meacham International Airport, thanks to a public/private partnership between the City of Fort Worth and FBO American Aero FTW. On Jan. 24, 2017, city officials cut the ribbon on a new, 85,000-square-foot administration building for the 91-year-old airport. American Aero FTW will be the prime tenant […]
Quest names new CEO
SANDPOINT, Idaho — Quest Aircraft Company has named Robert H. Wells has as its new Chief Executive Officer. Wells has more than 40 years of aviation experience. Most recently he spent 15 years with TAG Aviation, rising to CEO of the holding company. Wells officially assumed his new role with Quest on Jan. 15. “I am very […]