The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) has partnered with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Jet Support Services Inc (JSSI), to provide training in aviation valuation. “ASA is excited to be extending our global footprint by partnering with experts, Embry-Riddle and JSSI to provide the best valuation courses within the aviation industry,” says International President Gary L. Smith, ASA, […]
Turbo the Flying Dog receives funding
A Kickstarter campaign to publish Turbo the Flying Dog that launched Sept. 3 became fully funded Oct. 22, surpassing 105% of its minimum goal and was ranked number two in the top 100 crowdfunding book projects. The fully illustrated book, for children ages 4 to 8, follows the life of Turbo, who is excited to […]
King Air 250 now with factory-installed payload increase
Officials at Beechcraft report that customers now can order a new Beechcraft King Air 250 with a factory-installed modification that increases the maximum takeoff weight from 12,500 pounds to 13,420 pounds, providing 1,025 pounds of payload with full fuel. “This is an important upgrade that many of our King Air 250 owners have been asking for, […]
American Aero donates $10,000 to Navy Seal Foundation
FORT WORTH, Texas – American Aero FTW, an FBO at Meacham International Airport in Fort Worth, Texas, presented a $10,000 donation to the Navy SEAL Foundation at the National Business Aviation Association Convention & Exhibition in Orlando. The Navy SEAL Foundation provides support to soldiers and veterans during times of illness, injury and loss. American Aero […]
New book on tailwheel checkout published
Just published is “Notes on the Tailwheel Checkout and an Introduction to Ski Flying,” which covers the basics for both the tailwheel and ski plane ratings. Author Burke Mees provides commentary on the finer points of flying these special types of aircraft, and insights about the learning process that will help prepare students for flight […]
Precautionary landing goes bad
Aircraft: Swift GC-1A. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: East Moriches, N.Y. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The airplane departed with an adequate supply of fuel in the main fuel tank but an unknown amount in the tip tanks. The Swift’s takeoff was witnessed by the mechanic who performed the last inspection on the airplane. The mechanic thought the […]
The future of fuels
Fuel is the lifeblood of aircraft and pilots. Most aircraft need it to power their engines; pilots need it, in the form of oxygen and proper nutrition, to power themselves. The November issues of General Aviation News will turn the spotlight on fuels — all kinds — and look at the current state of affairs, as well as what […]
Video: Cameron Airshow 2014
If you like airshow smoke, lots of noise and hotshot aerobatics, you might want to check out this video of the Cameron Airshow. Scott Slocum from Aero Media Group sure knows how to handle a camera.
Cirrus Vision jet to feature AOS seat belts
Cirrus Aircraft has selected Aviation Occupant Safety‘s inflatable three-point seat belts for the pilot seating in the new Vision SF50 single-engine personal jet. “The Cirrus Vision SF50 is going to usher in a new era of single-engine jet performance, safety and value,” stated Rick O’Quinn, AOS Sales Manager. “Cirrus has become synonymous with safety and we […]