Auburn University in Alabama is elevating its aviation program by establishing a center that will serve as a focal point for instruction, research and outreach and support the aviation and aerospace industries. The center will strengthen academic and research programs, recruit industry to Alabama, improve flight operations and training and collaborate with other colleges and […]
Hartzell begins full-scale production of Jasco alternator line
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Hartzell Engine Technologies reports it has received all updated FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) and Parts Manufacturer Approvals (PMAs) and has begun full- scale production of the Jasco Alternator line. “Acquiring a product line from another company is just the beginning of a long and laborious process,” Mike Disbrow, president of Disbrow, stated. “Before […]
Searey expands to China
Progressive Aerodyne has opened its newly established sales office in Shanghai, China, to support the sale of Searey light-sport amphibious airplanes. The Searey was first presented to the China market at airshows in 2009. The company is working with Chinese aviation authorities to gain certification of the Searey. The Shanghai office will manage all marketing and sales and […]
Loss of control on landing
Aircraft: Cessna 195B. Injuries: None. Location: Camdenton, Mo. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot, accompanied by a pilot-rated passenger, was practicing takeoffs and landings. The passenger reported that he was on the flight controls “following lightly” with the pilot. The first three landings went well. On the fourth landing, however, the plane bounced, then veered to […]
They reached for the stars
The pride of my small aviation art and poster collection is a glimpse into one of GA’s most daring – and star-crossed – new products. It’s time to dig out my prize Starship poster and look back on troubled times at Beech, now that Textron has taken ownership. At least in external appearance, placing Beech […]
Get the bug for air sports with new FAI video
LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The FAI has released a new video featuring all air sports activities under the umbrella of the federation. The 3-minute film presents the FAI sports and includes footage of FAI international records from Charles Lindbergh to Felix Baumgartner. The video sequences have been selected from various sources to highlight the beauty and diversity of aeromodelling, aerobatics, […]
Animal rescue flight to depart from Southeast Aviation Expo
Calling all pilots and animal lovers! On Saturday, Sept. 27, a special air caravan containing rescued animals will depart from the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) in South Carolina as part of the Southeast Aviation Expo. Their destination? New homes and non-kill shelters throughout the U.S. Each year, Pilots N Paws holds a large rescue flyway event. This event […]
Upgrades planned at Knoxville Airport
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville area will see no disruption of flights at the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), even as a six-year, $108 million airport modernization program is embarked upon, the most extensive project in the airport’s history, according to airport officials. Plans call for one of the airport’s two runways to be open at all […]
Innovators selected to showcase ideas at AirVenture
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. — Seven emerging tech companies will showcase their newest ideas for aviation this summer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh as part of the event’s EAA Innovation Center. The exhibits range from new aircraft designs to the latest in power systems and 3D printing for airplane parts. These concepts are the latest in […]