Trig Avionics has upgraded its TT31 transponder, which previously required a tray change when installing ADS-B. Using software version 3.11 or higher, installers can now use the original installed tray, reducing the time and cost of a compliant ADS-B install, company officials noted. Existing TT31 owners can also benefit with a software upgrade via their Trig […]
Luscombe gets away on roll out
The pilot, accompanied by a passenger, was practicing touch and go landings in the Luscombe 8A at the airport in Madera, Calif. After a series of uneventful landings, he decided to perform a full-stop landing. As he transitioned from the landing to the ground roll, he applied pressure to the foot brakes, and the plane […]
Picture of the day: Dog days at the Dirty Devil Airstrip
Allen Macbean sent in this photo of Chuck and his 1952 Cessna 170B parked at the Dirty Devil Airstrip in Utah.
Rare World War II glider restored
There are some people who get as much joy out of restoring an aircraft as they do out of flying one. Steve Noyes, an A&P/IA and commercial pilot from Newbury, Massachusetts, is one of those people. Since 1985 he has operated Noyes Enterprises, which includes Birddogs by Noyes, a business dedicated to the restoration and modifications of Cessna L-19 […]
AOPA offers flight training loans
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is now offering flight training financing through an new program developed by the AOPA Aviation Finance Co. The funds can be used for everything from starting and finishing primary training to advanced training, such as instrument training or obtaining a commercial certificate, according to AOPA officials. It can even be used […]
Wipaire holds grand opening at Florida facility
On Feb. 28, Wipaire held a grand opening for its facility in Leesburg, Florida. Contributor Tom Snow was there and sent in these photos of the event. Fire Bomber Demo On the Ramp
CubCrafters names two new sales centers
Backcountry aircraft manufacturer CubCrafters has appointed two new Certified Sales Centers: SWT Aviation Northeast will cover the Northeastern United States, and SunCountry Cubs will support states in the southwest. SWT and SunCountry are now the exclusive authorized dealers in their territories for new and pre-owned CubCrafters aircraft, including the Sport Cub S2 and Carbon Cub SS […]
EAA launches AirVenture volunteer program for college students
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — College-age aviation enthusiasts have a pathway to Oshkosh this year with a new Collegiate Volunteer Program for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2015. The 63rd annual fly-in convention for the Experimental Aircraft Association takes place July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The program is designed for college students, whether […]
State tax guide for GA released
Conklin & de Decker has released its 2015 State Tax Guide for General Aviation. The guide contains the latest taxes and fees imposed on general aviation in all 50 states. It also addresses the sales and use taxes applicable to aircraft sales, ownership, leases, parts, and labor. Included in the guide are common exemptions from the state sales […]