Duncan Aviation has opened a satellite facility at Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, Ore., in partnership with Flightcraft. The shop specializes in avionics installation and repair. Located on the international airport at 7777 NE Airport Way, this shop is the newest in Duncan Aviation’s growing network of 30 facilities located throughout the United States. […]
Bad hose brings down Cessna
Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Wikieup, Ariz. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: A student pilot and CFI were in cruise flight when the engine power became intermittent, followed by a total loss of power. The CFI established best-glide airspeed for the forced landing. During the landing roll on rough terrain, the airplane’s nose […]
Do you love backcountry flying?
Our Feb. 22 print issue will feature a special focus on Backcountry Flying and while we have a lot of great stories lined up (with a lot of help from the Recreational Aviation Foundation), we wanted to tap into the experiences and knowledge of our readers. We’re looking for your stories — Why do you […]
To lean or not to lean, that is the question
I’ve recently received several emails regarding whether to operate lean of peak (LOP) or to stay on the rich side. Let’s start with a short review of the chemistry and physics of combustion. Liquid avgas will not burn — it must be mixed with air. The chemically correct or stoichiometric ratio of air to fuel […]
Renegade expands to Florida
Fort Pierce, Fla. – Renegade Light Sport has purchased a 70,000-square-foot hangar at Saint Lucie County Airport (FPR). “The building is the former Micco Aircraft hangar,” said Renegade President Christopher “Doc” Bailey. “It has also been completely redone since being hammered by a hurricane a few years back.” Renegade plans to bring under one roof everything from design to […]
Taylorcraft Wing Fuel Tanks redesigned
Aero Fabricators, a division of Wag-Aero, has redesigned the Taylorcraft Wing Fuel Tank for ease of fuel line installation. The redesign includes a relocated fuel outlet to bring the outlet more in line with the original fuel tanks. The tank is for models B, B12, BC, BC12D, BCS, BCS12D, 19, F19 and F21 and has an […]
Twin Commander University slated
This year’s Twin Commander University is slated for April 25-27 in Scottsdale, Ariz. In 1996 Twin Commander Aircraft expanded its annual Service Center Symposium to include a two-day owner/operator conference dubbed the University Program. The program included “advanced seminars on pilot proficiency, powerplant maintenance, old and new systems in the airframe, safety concerns, and new […]
ECi aims to raise operator awareness
San Antonio, Texas – ECi’s Engine Safety Initiative seeks to “raise operator awareness of the increased risk of operating engines over-temperature and and with high piston blow-by.” ECi’s goal is to give operators the tools to recognize unsafe conditions. More information is available online or via ECmail.
James Raisbeck named AIAA Fellow
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has awarded Dr. James D. Raisbeck the grade of Fellow. He is among 27 recipients nationwide to receive this distinction in 2013. AIAA President Michael Griffin stated: “Being named a Fellow of AIAA is among the highest honors that can be bestowed upon an aerospace professional, and […]