YAKIMA, Wash. — Randy Lervold has been named president of CubCrafters. He has served as general manager of the aircraft designer and manufacturing company since 2009. “When Randy joined CubCrafters in 2009, he bought a fresh perspective to our business,” said company founder and CEO Jim Richmond. “He is organized, focused, and understands our customer. I […]
Sporty’s introduces travel mug for pilots
Sporty’s now offers a travel mug for pilots, including a pilot wings logo to identify you as an aviation enthusiast. The Tervis Tumbler keeps your coffee hot without burning your hand, and also keeps iced beverages cold without dripping condensation, according to Sporty’s officials. Holding 16 ounces, the Tervis Tumbler has an optional lid for travel, […]
Mid-Continent releases software update
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics has released software update version 1.0.4 for the MD302 Standby Attitude Module (SAM). The software update provides new features, including heading displayed via ARINC 429, field calibration of altitude and airspeed, live preview configuration mode, storage mode for the battery (if applicable), and variable VNE, according to company officials. SAM owners can […]
Airplane caught in power lines
A witness on the ground in Boulder, Utah, said the Cessna 140 was flying at a low altitude over an area that had power lines about 100 feet above ground level. The plane hit the lines and crashed, killing the pilot and passenger. The post-accident examination did not find any mechanical issues with the airplane. Local residents reported seeing […]
Picture of the day: Lockheed Vega
Mary Smith sent in this photo of a Lockheed Vega, which stopped at Centennial Airport (KAPA) near Denver on its way back from Oshkosh 2014.
Airshow etiquette: Look, but don’t touch
Once, when I was a teenager manning the pumps at a full service gas station, a gentleman rolled up in a gorgeous Rolls Royce. He claimed it had previously belonged to the velvety-voiced crooner Nat “King” Cole. You can imagine my surprise when he climbed out and encouraged me to take a seat behind the […]
Ask Paul: Should I worry about just a little rust in the cylinders?
Q: My Piper Colt PA-22-108, has a C1B installed. I have a little rust in the cylinders in the lower part. From the middle part and up to the top of the piston area there are no cracks or visible rust. I have honed all cylinders and there are no sharp edges. GUNNAR HEGSTAD, Norway A: […]
Bob Hoover documentary now on DVD and BluRay
The Bob Hoover Project, “Flying the Feathered Edge,” is now available on DVD and BluRay. The 86-minute documentary arrived on DVD and BluRay just in time to celebrate Hoover’s 93rd birthday on Jan. 24. The documentary includes interviews with Harrison Ford, Carroll Shelby, Burt Rutan, Dick Rutan, Medal of Honor Recipient Col. Bud Day, Gene Cernan, Clay […]
Garmin offers rebate for King Air upgrades
Garmin has launched two new rebate programs for King Air owners who choose to upgrade their avionics to the G1000 Integrated Flight Deck. For a limited time, new customers may be eligible for one of two new rebate programs that allow them to receive rebate savings of up to $50,000 on a qualifying King Air G1000 upgrade. King Air […]