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Flight Training Excellence Award finalists named

By General Aviation News Staff · September 25, 2013 ·

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has selected 12 flight training professionals and 11 flight schools as finalists in its annual Flight Training Awards. A winner in each category will be named next month at the AOPA Aviation Summit 2013 in Fort Worth, Texas. The 2013 awards are drawn from 3,375 respondents who voluntarily […]

Air Orlando Maintenance appointed Caravan Authorized Service Facility

By General Aviation News Staff · September 25, 2013 ·

Air Orlando Maintenance at Orlando Executive Airport (KORL) in Florida has been chosen as a Cessna Caravan Authorized Service Facility. Mike Long, president, says the facility will now offer a full range of inspection and repair services for Caravan Turboprop aircraft. “Our mechanics are experienced in all aspects of Cessna service and support and we […]

RC show slated for GMU

By General Aviation News Staff · September 25, 2013 ·

On Saturday, Nov. 2, the Blue Ridge Radio Control Club (BRRC), Western Carolina Radio Control Club (WCRC) and Firetower Fliers will host a free Radio Controlled (RC) Aircraft Show at the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) in South Carolina. The event, which begins at 11 a.m., will feature airplanes and helicopters that are capable of flying […]

Fifth edition of ‘The Complete Advanced Pilot’ released

By General Aviation News Staff · September 25, 2013 ·

Now available is the fifth edition of “The Complete Advanced Pilot” by Bob Gardner. The book weaves together years of experience and practical information while using the FAA instrument rating and commercial knowledge exams as the foundation for learning, according to the publishers. The book prepares students for exams, as well as provides an operational […]

Poor performance, short flight

By NTSB · September 25, 2013 ·

Aircraft: Piper Cherokee. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Buena Vista, Colo. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The airplane lifted off at a little over 60 knots and was initially sluggish to climb, so the pilot lowered the nose to gain more speed in ground effect. The airplane accelerated to about 70 knots and started to gain some altitude, […]

Back to the basics

By Ben Visser · September 24, 2013 ·

A few months back I wrote a column about the need for more technology in aviation engines. I received several emails saying that the industry may need more technology in the engine compartment, but that we need more skill in the cockpit. I must say that I totally agree with these comments. Years ago when […]

Exporting GA

By Charles Spence · September 24, 2013 ·

WASHINGTON, D.C. — General aviation might be sluggish in the United States during these economic slow periods, but in the Asia-Pacific area, GA flying is getting a lot of attention — but not always for the most positive reasons. China, particularly, is flexing its muscles for all general aviation. Of course, there are many challenges, […]

Scenes from the Skagit Flight Fest

By General Aviation News Staff · September 24, 2013 ·

The Skagit Flight Fest took place Sept. 7 at Skagit Regional Airport (BVS) in Burlington, Wash. According to organizers, about 3,000 people attended the free event. Festival producers were Port of Skagit, Skagit Airport Support Association and Burlington Chamber of Commerce. Airshow performers included: Bud Granley (T-6 plus Yak 55) Ross Granley (Yak 18 with […]

CFAA to debut student-led live radio show

By Ben Sclair · September 24, 2013 ·

LAKELAND, Fla. – Students from the Central Florida Aerospace Academy, led by Robert Decker, will debut a live radio show on Wednesday, Sept. 25 (3 pm EST) on SNF Radio. The show can be heard on AM 1510 in the immediate area of Lakeland Linder Airport or online at LiveATC.net/SNF.

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