The International Women’s Air & Space Museum (IWASM) will host the Cleveland chapter of WOW — Wings of Women — Saturday, Oct. 11, at Burke Lakefront Airport (KBKL). This event is geared toward young women in middle school and high school who are interested in pursuing STEM related careers. IWASM will bring in numerous professional women mentors in […]
Origin Technologies introduces new sensor
Origin Technologies Corp., a provider of off-the-shelf contour measurement systems, has introduced its latest LaserGauge sensor, model HS722. “The HS722 is our smallest sensor to date and is perfect for measuring edge radius, break angles, chamfer angles and other small features in hard-to-reach areas.” said Ken Creekmore, Origin Technologies co-founder. “The HS722 sensor is so compact, […]
Blocked carburetor brings down Tecnam
Aircraft: Tecnam P2002 Sierra. Injuries: None. Location: Watsonville, Calif. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The flight instructor and student were on an instructional flight. During the initial climb, the engine started to vibrate violently and lost significant power. The CFI performed an emergency descent and landing to an open field. The post-accident examination of the engine’s dual […]
Ask Paul: Does my engine need an oil filter?
Q: I just purchased a 1978 Citabria 7ECA with a Lycoming O-235-C1. Just had my first oil change done — it has no oil filter! Just one, maybe two, screens. Are these screens just as effective if I change my oil every 25 hours? Should I add an oil filter? Is that even possible? I run Phillips X/C […]
Father’s Day flying memories
With the advent of Father’s Day, Air Facts blogger John Zimmerman shares his memories of flying with his Dad: “I’ve been flying with my dad for literally my entire life, growing up in the back of different airplanes while he flew me and my three brothers on family trips. Occasionally, I got to move up […]
Signatures submitted for Santa Monica ballot measure
More than 15,500 signatures were filed with the Santa Monica City Clerk on June 10 in support of a charter amendment that would let voters decide the future of Santa Monica Municipal Airport. According to a report at AOPA.org, the “Santa Monica Voters Decide Initiative” collected approximately 6,000 more signatures than needed to win a […]
F-22 Raptor to make return appearance at Reno Air Races
RENO, Nev. – The F-22 Raptor will be one of the headliners at this year’s National Championship Air Races, officials from the Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) report. Just a year after having its performance cancelled for the historic 50th event due to the federal government sequestration, the F-22 Raptor will be making just its […]
Blackhawk hits milestone as company celebrates 15th anniversary
Blackhawk Modifications is celebrating two milestones — the company’s 15-year anniversary and the upcoming completion of its 500th aircraft upgrade. “Since May 1999, Blackhawk has been proudly helping turboprop aircraft owners and pilots upgrade their aircraft with new Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PT6A engines,” said Blackhawk President and Chief Executive Officer Jim Allmon. “Blackhawk was born […]
Terrell Municipal Airport named Texas GA Airport of the Year
TERRELL, Texas — The Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) has named Terrell Municipal Airport “General Aviation Airport of the Year.” The award reflects the airport’s importance to the air transportation system and the region it serves, according to airport officials. Selection criteria includes meeting the needs of its users in exemplary fashion and setting a standard […]