The FAA has issued Night VFR approval for CubCrafters’ CC18-180 Top Cub. CubCrafters’ Top Cub already boasts a gross weight of 2,300 lbs., a useful load of 1,100 lbs., and short-field capabilities, so the addition of Night VFR expands the Top Cub’s capabilities, according to company officials. “Until now, the only significant omission from Top […]
Levil Technology debuts new handheld
New from Levil Technology is the iLevil SW, an iPad-compatible, self-contained “panel in the palm of your hand” device. It gives attitude information; has a WAAS GPS for charts and synthetic vision; displays information from external hardware such as an engine monitors; and is an ADSB-in receiver. The three-hour battery is rechargeable through a USB […]
Sporty’s debuts three styles of kneeboards for iPad Mini
Sporty’s has introduced three styles of kneeboard for the iPad Mini, designed to hold the Mini right where you need it in-flight. iPad Mini Bifold Kneeboard: The Mini is held in place with four elastic bands, and the kneeboard straps to your leg via a contoured back and elastic straps. The iPad Mini can be […]
Crosswind compromises Cirrus
Aircraft: Cirrus SR22. Injuries: None. Location: Winslow, Ariz. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The accident happened during an attempt to land in gusting winds reported as 320° at 16 knots, gusting to 27 knots. The pilot stated that the approach was stabilized, but upon landing, a gust of wind lifted the airplane back into […]
Cultivating kids
Our next print issue is all about growing the next generation of aviators — Cultivating Kids. We’ve got a lot of great stories in the works, but we wanted to go to the experts — our readers — to get their thoughts on what can be done to inspire youngsters to get involved in aviation. […]
Twins earn pilot’s licenses after celebrating only four birthdays
PELLA, Iowa — Twin brothers Dan Fredrickson and Josh Fredrickson, who were born on Feb. 29 in a leap year, passed their private pilot checkrides March 1 — the first day they were eligible for the test. Dan and Josh, now 17, took their checkrides with an FAA-Designated Pilot Examiner at the Pella Municipal Airport […]
Lackluster growth predicted for GA
WASHINGTON, D.C. — General aviation will grow over the next 20 years, but at a rate of only 1/2 of 1% a year, according to the FAA. The agency also forecasts the total number of aircraft used in general aviation to increase from 220,670 in 2012 to 246,375 in 2033, an increase of only 25,705, […]
LSA market share: The rest of the story
We recorded very strong interest in our recent market share post. Traffic spiked to double in the days since our report was posted at ByDanJohnson.com (and that was from record levels). It would appear the LSA segment is hardly in “critical condition,” despite what some may think. The Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association (LAMA) board of […]
More good shale oil news
Despite the recent rise in prices for aviation fuel and what we consumers pay at the gas station, news contained in this recent RIGZONE article paints a sunny picture for increased U.S. reserves and ultimately lower prices. When we might see lower fuel prices at our airports is anyone’s guess, however the clear trend towards […]