Have you ever been to an aviation-themed hotel? The newest hotel on Mustang Island in South Texas is Amelia’s Landing, which is near Mustang Beach Airport (KRAS). Once you have landed at Mustang Beach Airport, a free shuttle is available to bring you to the hotel. Bring your own tie-downs because the airport can not […]
Florida General Aviation Caucus builds on momentum
Building on the momentum from its inaugural meeting in October, the Florida General Aviation (GA) Caucus recently met to urge all state legislators to financially support GA airports and embrace a tax exemption on aircraft sales and related services. Proposed by the Florida Aviation Business Association (FABA), the tax exemption would help Florida aviation businesses remain competitive […]
XTI Aircraft earns SEC qualification
DENVER — XTI Aircraft Company (XTI) has launched a formal stock offering and is accepting investments to support development of the new TriFan 600 aircraft. The opportunity to invest is not only open to those who have expressed interest in investing in the company, but to all investors around the globe. Shares in XTI can be purchased at […]
EPS celebrates milestones
Engineered Propulsion Systems (EPS) reached a number of milestones in 2015 while pursuing FAA certification of its new engine, according to officials with the New Richmond, Wis.-based company. The company relocated its manufacturing and assembly into larger facilities at New Richmond Airport (KNRH). Additional facilities are located in Mojave, Calif., and Germany. Incorporating data obtained from […]
CAP goes to the Super Bowl
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The Civil Air Patrol’s California Wing have been tasked to help ensure the safety and security of the airspace around Super Bowl 50, slated for Feb. 7. To help train Air Force fighter aircrews and maintain their proficiency, Civil Air Patrol will fly its Cessna airplanes into “restricted airspace” to simulate […]
How to get rid of check ride anxiety
In her latest post, GlobalAir.com blogger Sarina Houston enumerates several things you can do to minimize your anxiety and maximize your chances of doing well on your check ride, including: Take a mock check ride; get the gouge; read through the PTS; and, finally, remind your self that the worst thing that can happen isn’t really […]
Textron Aviation launches 1Call
WICHITA – Textron Aviation has launched 1Call, which provides a single point of contact for Beechcraft, Citation and Hawker customers during unscheduled maintenance events. Customers can access the dedicated 1Call team by dialing 316-517-2090. “Our enhanced call center means simplified, quick access to Textron Aviation’s customer service team for our owners needing immediate support. From the […]
Fuel starvation results in Piper landing on Bronx freeway
The pilot reported that both fuel tanks on the Piper PA-28-180 were full when the flight departed. About 30 minutes into the flight, a GPS alarm alerted the pilot to switch fuel tanks, so he switched the fuel tank selector. He then proceeded north to return to the departure airport. About 51 minutes into the […]
Pictures of the day: Snow in the South
The great blizzard of 2016 hammered the East Coast, bringing snow as far south as South Carolina. The good folks at Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU) sent in this photos documenting the effects of the storm at the airport.