While proper fueling of an aircraft is important to any flight operation, so is proper fueling of the pilot-in-command (PIC). That’s why ASA offers the Auxiliary Tank travel cups. This double-wall insulated ceramic cup is emblazoned on one side with the “Standard” logo found on ASA logbooks for decades. On the opposite side is a […]
Cessna 182 hits fence
After an uneventful departure, climb, and cruise, the pilot performed a standard 45° entry into the traffic pattern at the high elevation airport in Big Bear, Calif. The Cessna 182Q descended low during the final approach, and the pilot applied full forward throttle control. The engine responded, however the descent was not arrested as he […]
Did you know? 11 rules affecting airspace proposed in August
It is amazing how efficient the FAA can be at times. In August 2015, the FAA posted 11 proposed rules to the Federal Register regarding airspace. Did you know that? Until Sept. 1, I didn’t either. On each proposed rule is a 45-day comment period. After 45-days, with no comments received, the FAA is one […]
Pictures of the day: Luquillo Beach
Rafael Cortes sent in these photos of Luquillo Beach in Puerto Rico, which, he says, is “famous for its beautiful water and the delicious frituras (fried entrees) at the Luquillo kiosks.”
Respect the two great intangibles
It is a basic human drive to acquire things. Historically, this ambition has been used as a means of showing affluence. Mr. Smith owns a tidy three-bedroom, one-bath house, which causes Mr. Jones to set his sights on a bigger, more opulent home. Mrs. Pierce drives a new mid-line sedan, sparking Mrs. Snyder to purchase […]
Alan Eustace to receive Crystal Eagle Award
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Alan Eustace, who set the world record for the highest-altitude free fall jump, is the 2015 recipient of the Crystal Eagle Award presented by the Aero Club of Northern California (ACNC). Eustace worked with Paragon Space Development Corporation for three years to create the self-contained pressure suit and life-support system he wore […]
New Ohio committee focuses on growing aviation
Aviation supporters in Ohio, the “birthplace of aviation,” have a new committee, created to ensure a statewide focus on growing the aviation and aerospace industries. Legislation to create the Ohio Aerospace and Aviation Technology Committee (OAATC) was passed last year, and committee members — led by state Rep. Rick Perales — have begun developing strategies to promote Ohio’s aviation, […]
High school program delivers helicopter flight training
PRESCOTT, Ariz. — For the third year in a row, Guidance Aviation provided helicopter pilot ground school and introductory helicopter flights for Tri-City Prep High Schoolers. This year’s class ran Aug. 10-27. The high school students were taught numerous aviation topics including: Helicopter Operations Fundamentals of aerodynamics Instruments and Flight Controls Elements of weather and how […]
Fehrenbach, Hauck join Fire Boss
SOUTH SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Dale Fehrenbach has joined Fire Boss as vice president of sales, responsible for domestic and international sales, as well as overseeing training operations. Jeff Hauck has also been brought on board as Fire Boss’ technical support representative/lead mechanic. Fehrenbach has served as Wipaire’s turbine aircraft sales manager, specializing in the […]