While wandering the streets of Manhattan recently it occurred to me that historic events have occurred on almost every street in that megalopolis. In the 1980s, I lived just off Washington Square Park on Bleecker Street. There in the shadow of New York University (NYU) is a broad open space that hosts chess players, musicians, […]
Enhance aviation education with retired military and airline pilots
By Penny Hamilton Because most communities have retired military aviators and commercial airline staff, they are an excellent resource for local airports and aviation museums to enhance their aviation education outreach programs. Did you know you could honor Vietnam-era pilots with a speakers program in recognition of many dates related to the 50th anniversary? Ideas […]
Consumer drone sales predicted to increase tenfold by 2021
Falling prices and increased capabilities are driving strong consumer interest in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) — also known as drones or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) — for aerial imaging, recreation, and aerial games, according to a new report. Rapid advances in technology and economies of scale have enabled consumer drones to be prototyped and sold at an […]
First flight: Mooney Ovation Ultra
On June 4, the first Mooney Ovation Ultra made its maiden flight. Mooney Chief Test Pilot Mike Miles made an approximate 60 minute flight from Runway 30 at Kerrville Municipal Airport/Louis Schreiner Field (KERV). The Ovation Ultra Serial Number 32-0001 is a fully FAA conforming certification aircraft, according to company officials. The airplane will continue test flying […]
Wipaire introduces ADS-B Compliance Program
SOUTH SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Wipaire has launched a program designed to take the hassle out of ADS-B compliance for general aviation aircraft owners and operators. The program features a stress-free quoting process with a simple questionnaire. Interested owners need only fill out a form on the Wipaire website, at EAA Airventure Oshkosh, or other events. Based […]
Ross Aviation acquires six former Landmark FBOs
DENVER – Ross Aviation has acquired six former Landmark Aviation FBOs in Anchorage, Alaska (PANC); Fresno, Calif. (KFAT); Palm Springs, Calif. (KTRM); Scottsdale, Ariz. (KSDL); Washington, D.C. (KIAD); and White Plains, N.Y. (KHPN). “We plan to quickly expand the Ross Aviation network to additional locations as opportunities present themselves within the U.S. and internationally,” said […]
Quest Aircraft names new Kodiak dealer
Quest Aircraft Company has appointed Aviation Unlimited as an authorized Kodiak dealer for Eastern Canada. Based in Oshawa, Ontario, Aviation Unlimited has more than 30 years of experience in the aviation industry, according to Quest officials. The company’s sales territory for the Kodiak covers the province of Quebec and the Maritimes. Over the last few years, Quest […]
Exhaust valve failure contributes to crash
The flight instructor reported that, after takeoff, when the Piper PA-28-140 was about 500 feet above ground level, the engine started to run roughly and lose power. Engine rpm decreased to about 1,100 as he attempted to turn the airplane 180° back toward the airport in Granbury, Texas. However, he was unable to land at the […]
Picture of the day: Only in Alaska…
Jordan Buness sent in this photo with a simple note: “Stikine River Hot Tubs Slough. Southeast Alaska, late June 2016.”