Organizers note it’s less than 60 days from the start of the Hayward Air Rally from Hayward, Calif., to Oshkosh. More than 30 aircraft have entered to date, but organizers say they hope to have 50 to celebrate the rally’s 50th year. Wonder what it’s like to fly in the air rally? Following is an […]
Millions of dollars spent scrambling jets for GA pilots who bust TFRs
According to a story in USA Today, military aircraft are scrambling more than once a week, on average, to intercept general aviation planes that stray into restricted airspace. Military statistics show that the cost to taxpayers for protecting restricted airspace and the 75 annual diversions runs into the million of dollars, according to the report.
Washington governor proclaims June General Aviation Appreciation Month
General aviation received a boost in Washington state from Gov. Jay Inslee when he declared June 2014 as General Aviation Appreciation Month. In his proclamation, Inslee specifically recognized how general aviation airports enhance the state’s economy, transportation system, and the lives of Washingtonians. Washington is home to 134 public-use airports. The state’s aviation system supports […]
Combat pilots and Warbirds to be featured at Oshkosh
OSHKOSH, Wis. — A rare opportunity to listen to combat pilots tell their stories and view wartime aircraft will be at this year’s Warbirds in Review at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2014. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the 62nd annual fly-in convention for the Experimental Aircraft Association, is July 28-Aug. 3 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. On Tuesday, July 29, at 1 p.m. World […]
Win a chance to fly with the Breitling Jet Team
Breitling has launched an online video contest with a grand prize of a ride of a lifetime: A trip to Europe to fly with the Breitling Jet Team in a Breitling L-39C Albatros. The winner will fly with the Jet Team in their home base of Dijon, France, and take a private tour of the Breitling Chronométrie in […]
New book prompts search for Wright factory workers’ descendants
DAYTON, Ohio — The National Aviation Heritage Alliance (NAHA) will use the launch of a new book about the Wright brothers to connect with descendants of the Wright Company’s factory workers. NAHA is inviting descendants of men and women who worked in one of the two factory buildings to attend the launch of the new […]
Scheyden introduces C-130 model
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. – Scheyden Precision Eyewear has added the C-130 model to its sunglass range. Expanding the brand’s Fixed Gear collection, which includes the Albatross and Mustang models, the C-130 ($309-345) showcases a larger lens and titanium construction. “Our friends and customers include scores of elite pilots, air racers and aerobatic stars that provide us […]
D-Day remembered at museum
SEATTLE — On Saturday, June 7, The Museum of Flight remembers the 70th anniversary of World War II’s D-Day invasion. At 1:30 p.m. there will be a presentation about the Douglas C-47 transport aircraft (DC-3 in civilian service), and how the rugged, twin-engine plane was used during the D-Day operation. During this “Stories of Courage” presentation at […]
Takeoff with tailwind leads to loss of control
Aircraft: Cessna 150. Injuries: None. Location: Ketchikan, Alaska. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane told investigators that he took off from runway 29 with a slight left quartering tailwind. As the airplane accelerated, it veered to the left although he was applying full right rudder. The airplane then veered right, and the […]