Now in its eighth year, WomenVenture has provided a venue for women attending EAA AirVenture Oshkosh to bond and have fun. WomenVenture Wednesday began at the EAA Nature Center July 22 with a sold-out Women in Aviation International Connect breakfast, attended by more than 360 people. The group then reformed in Boeing Plaza, joining hundreds more women, […]
Can I use #1 diesel in my airplane?
I have received numerous questions from farm and ranch pilots about using #1 diesel fuel in aircraft with diesel cycle piston engines. The reasoning behind these questions concerns the availability and price of Jet A in rural agricultural areas. #1 diesel is cheaper and more readily available. On the surface — and in theory — the answer […]
Medical reform amendment added to Highway Bill
Two GA advocates have filed an amendment to the Senate highway bill now under consideration that includes third-class medical reform. The amendment, which was filed by Senators Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) and John Boozman (R-Arkansas), mirrors language in the Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 (PBR2). Both senators are longtime general aviation advocates and Manchin is also […]
EAA unveils Founder’s Innovation Prize to spur new safety technology for homebuilts
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — At this week’s AirVenture, officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) introduced a new Founder’s Innovation Prize competition designed to encourage innovation to enhance safety in amateur-built aircraft. It will use the best ideas from EAA members and chapters, with cash prizes for the best emerging technology.The competition was announced […]
Wright B Flyer makes AirVenture debut
OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Wright B Flyer made its AirVenture debut this week. AirVenture 2015 is the first time Wright “B” Flyer Inc., an all-volunteer organization from Dayton, Ohio, has brought its flying airplane, dubbed the Brown Bird, to the world’s biggest gathering of aircraft homebuilders and aviation enthusiasts. The Brown Bird will be on display […]
Belite introduces SkyDock
At this week’s AirVenture, Belite Aircraft introduced the SkyDock, an ultralight Part 103 aircraft. “We’ve listened to customer concerns about price, build time and ease of construction. The SkyDock offers Part 103 legal ultralight flying at an affordable price without sacrificing performance or the technology that is a part of the Belite reputation, ” said James […]
Voyager Jet Center opens new facility at KAGC
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. – Voyager Jet Center at of Allegheny County Airport (KAGC) opened its new facility July 22. Voyager Jet Center officials invite everyone to join them on Aug. 6, at 5 p.m. for an official grand opening, complete with a strolling dinner and live entertainment. The facility features a large pilot lounge and sleep […]
Wipaire unveils Aurora interior
On opening day of AirVenture, Wipaire unveiled the Aurora interior for the Cessna Caravan series. “The Cessna Caravan series has been recognized as one of the finest working airplanes in the world over the last 30 years,” said Chuck Wiplinger, president and COO of Wipaire. “However, it’s unfair to label the Caravan and Grand Caravan as strictly […]
Garmin Automated Logbook syncs across devices
Garmin reports that electronic logbook capabilities are now built in to the Garmin Pilot application for iPad/iPhone and integration with flyGarmin. While flying with Garmin Pilot, the logbook feature provides automatic record keeping of commonly recorded data pertaining to each flight. Information such as date, total duration of each flight, number of takeoffs and landings, route […]