WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Air and Space Museum’s summer concert series returns to the museum in Washington, D.C., and its Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Va., this summer. Visitors can bring a picnic and enjoy the warm weather at the outdoor performances at the Udvar-Hazy Center or catch a military band performance at the […]
Embry-Riddle Worldwide to offer UAS workshop in Seattle, Syracuse in June
Professionals looking to gain a better understanding of the emerging unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) industry can take advantage of a two-day course being offered in Seattle June 5 to 6 and Syracuse June 26 to 27 by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide. Topics to be discussed include: introduction and impact of UAS; UAS designs; legislation, certification and […]
Aviation Network’s inaugural fly-in slated for September
VANCOUVER, B.C. — The Aviation Network, comprised of 700 members of the Young President’s Organization, is holding its inaugural 2014 Fly-In at the Alpine Airport in Wyoming Sept. 5-7. This exclusive private event can only accommodate 30 planes and their passengers, according to organizers. Entrepreneur Dr. Steven C. Funk will be acting as Day Chair for this […]
Low-altitude pass proves fatal
Aircraft: North American T-6. Injuries: 1 Fatal, 1 Serious. Location: Perry, Mich. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot stated that after takeoff, he was planning to overfly the runway for a “photo pass.” He reported the wind was from the southwest, gusting to 20 knots with light turbulence, at the time of the accident. He made […]
Video: Alaska shakes off winter
This year, Alaska shook off the winter in style. The Alaska Airmen’s Association held its 17th Great Alaska Aviation Gathering at the massive FedEx Maintenance Hangar at Anchorage International Airport on May 3-4. The clear blue skies and light breezes delivered thousands to the airport for the show.
ICON to relocate to Vacaville
LOS ANGELES — ICON Aircraft will relocate to the City of Vacaville in Northern California, located approximately 50 miles northeast of San Francisco. Beginning in the first quarter of 2015, the company will begin operating in a 140,000-square-foot facility adjacent to the Vacaville airport, also known as the Nut Tree Airport. ICON intends to consolidate […]
Massachusetts launches five-year plan for GA airports
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division has revealed plans to build or renovate general aviation airport administrative facilities in 15 communities during the next five years. The 15 general aviation airports were chosen as part of a comprehensive, statewide Airport Administration Building Master Plan that identified projects based upon several factors, including public […]
NTSB recommends improvements for ag aviation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Transportation Safety Board has issued eight safety recommendations for agricultural aircraft operations. Based on findings from its Special Investigation Report on the Safety of Agricultural Aircraft Operations, the NTSB recommends the FAA and the National Agricultural Aviation Research & Education Foundation work together to develop and distribute agricultural operations-specific guidance […]
New York governor declares May ‘Aviation Appreciation Month’
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has declared May “Aviation Appreciation Month.” In New York, general aviation supports over 8,600 jobs and over $1 billion in economic activity. “We thank Governor Cuomo for recognizing the importance of general aviation and our network of local airports,” said Selena Shilad, Executive Director of the Alliance for Aviation Across […]