She’s unique. She’s armed. She’s dangerous. And she’s seen almost as much action as her big sister, Little Nellie, arguably the real star of the James Bond movie “You Only Live Twice.” The XR-944 is the “military sister” to James Bond’s Little Nellie, also known as the XR-943. The XR-944 is the only autogyro designed and hand-built by the […]
What kind of pilot runs out of gas?
Avemco Insurance Co. Vice President Mike Adams will present “What Kind of Pilot Runs Out of Gas?” at the Rochester, N.Y., Safety Stand Down Saturday, June 14. Adams will illustrate how a flight’s fuel looks right, until it isn’t. The course content has been approved for the FAASTeam Pilot Proficiency Program (commonly known as WINGS) and […]
Aircraft Spruce now carries Redbird Flight Simulators
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co. has been appointed a distributor for Redbird Flight Simulations. “From the Redbird Jay and TD simulators, which are ideal for small flight schools and home use, through the full motion FMX flagship model, Redbird flight simulators are clearly the finest line of general aviation simulators available,” said Aircraft Spruce President Jim […]
John Klatt Airshows partners with Butler Watch Co.
John Klatt Airshows has selected Butler Watch Co. as The Official Timepiece of John Klatt Airshows. Team Klatt’s airshow performance pilots, technical professionals, and management staff will wear various models of Butler watches as an integral component of their flight and crew uniforms throughout the air show season. “Butler Watch Company is extremely proud to […]
ATP checkride app now available
The new Airline Transport Pilot Checkride App from ASA is now available through the App Store for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. According to company officials, this edition completes ASA’s Checkride App Series and provides study and preparation for the ATP checkride. Using a question and answer flashcard format, the Airline Transport Pilot Checkride App […]
Searey online store updated
Progressive Aerodyne has updated its online store at Searey.com. Click on the ‘Store’ tab from the home page to order Searey parts, apparel, and accessories.
Emergency landing at night goes bad
Aircraft: Cessna 185F. Injuries: None. Location: Winnett, Mont. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot held a commercial certificate but did not have a current medical or flight review at the time of the accident. He had recently purchased the airplane, which had previously been in storage. He refueled the plane prior to the night flight. According […]
Beautiful weather boosts Virginia Fly-in
By DeWITT WHITTINGTON After low clouds and some rain up and down the East Coast, May 31 proved the beginning of a spectacular weekend of blue skies and intense sun, which brought out the colors of about 207 aircraft attending the 17th Virginia Regional Festival of Flight. (See photos below). This seventh year for the […]
Pilots? We don’t need no stinking pilots
By MATTHEW ZUCCARO Haven’t you heard? Pilots are no longer required, at least not on board the aircraft. Welcome to the world of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). No pilots? Is nothing sacred anymore? I remember my first flights as pilot in command in both a helicopter and an airplane. It was me and the aircraft […]