Snap-on Industrial’s Level 5 Automated Tool Control (ATC) toolbox can now be powered by on-board rechargeable batteries, freeing it from a power cord to make the box more mobile than ever before, according to company officials. The Level 5 ATC toolbox uses digital imaging technology and proprietary software to monitor and track tools as they […]
Baker Aviation named exclusive distributor of Hot-Stop bags
ADDISION, Texas — Industrial Energy Products, Inc. (IEP) of Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, has named Baker Aviation, an aircraft maintenance, management and charter company in North Texas, as its exclusive distributor of the HOT-STOP ‘L’ Fire Containment Bag product line. The HOT-STOP ‘L’ Fire Containment Bag contains fires, explosions and smoke emissions from Lithium Ion-powered devices, […]
Sheltair joins Avfuel network
Sheltair, which has 14 FBOs located across Georgia, New York and Florida, has joined Avfuel’s branded FBO network. All Sheltair locations will offer AVTRIP points and Avfuel Contract Fuel, as well as utilize Avfuel’s processing, operational and training systems. Sheltair was founded as a construction business by current CEO Jerry Holland in 1963. Its first […]
Galvin opens satellite flight training facility at S50
SEATTLE — The Flight Training Department of Galvin Flying Services has opened a satellite flight training facility at Auburn Airport (S50) in Auburn, Wash. The facility, co‐located with Auburn Flight Service‐Maintenance and Repair, will eventually provide both Part 61 and Part 141 flight training programs, according to company officials. “In analyzing our growing marketplace — our partnership […]
Poor maintenance brings down Cessna
Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: 2 Minor. Location: Pompano Beach, Fla. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot, the airplane was descending on final approach when the throttle control became stuck on idle. Attempts to restore power were unsuccessful and the pilot made a forced landing on a road. The airplane hit a lightpost. The post-accident examination […]
Upgrading your plane
The next print issue of General Aviation News features a special focus on Upgrading Your Plane, so we wanted to go to our readers to find out what upgrades they’ve recently had done. What was involved? How much did it cost? What did you learn from the experience that you can pass on to other […]
Original Airway Tower erected at Gilliam-McConnell
While visiting a customer at the Norton Municipal Airport (KNRN) in Kansas in March 2012, I learned that the airport’s owner needed to dispose of their old beacon tower. Suspecting that it had historic value, I suggested they offer it for sale. I had my friend Roland Gilliam in mind, owner of the Gilliam-McConnell airport […]
Scenes from Wings Over Houston Airshow
Thanks to contributing writer Robert Jaques, who sent in these photos from the Wings Over Houston Airshow, held Oct. 26-27 at Ellington Airport (EFD). Bob’s next assignment is covering the last toast of the Doolittle Raiders, so look for that story and photos in an upcoming post.
Zenith becomes backcountry workhorse
PEMBROKE, Quebec — While many Zenith builders dream about flying into the backcountry, Richard Lauzon, 56, flies the opposite direction. Based at the Ten Mile Lodge in northern Quebec, Lauzon says his STOL CH 801 is by far the most practical means of getting in and out of his hunting/fishing resort. The nearest airport is […]