A source close to Sen. Jim Inhofe has confirmed that his son, Dr. Perry Inhofe, was on board a plane that crashed near Owasso, Okla., on Sunday, according to KOCO.com. Inhofe, an orthopedic surgeon in Tulsa, was a long-time pilot and CFI. At this year’s AirVenture, his son, and student, flew the family’s Grumman to […]
Collin County Regional Airport renamed McKinney National Airport
McKINNEY, TEXAS — The McKinney City Council has approved changing the name of Collin County Regional Airport to McKinney National Airport. The decision follows the city’s purchase of the airport and the start of city operations as the airport’s FBO, McKinney Air Center. “The new name reflects the status of McKinney National Airport as one […]
Texas governor declares November Aviation Appreciation Month
For the third consecutive year, Gov. Rick Perry has proclaimed November as “Aviation Appreciation Month” in the state of Texas to recognize the value of general aviation. In his proclamation, Perry called the aviation industry in the state “critical to our economy and to our way of life.” “What makes Texas so unique and so […]
Wolf Aviation Fund grant proposals due Dec. 15
Deadline for applications for a Wolf Aviation Fund grant has been set for Dec. 15. Each year the Wolf Aviation Fund provides grants for a number of individuals and organizations doing great work in general aviation. To date more than 350 awards have been given, providing worthy applicants the funding and recognition that is so […]
Wolcott & Associates unveils winter webinar schedule
FORT LAUDERDALE — Wolcott & Associates, P.A. has unveiled its winter webinar schedule featuring topics that address financial and tax issues relative to aircraft owners, operators, financial and legal professionals. The company’s webinars are presented by aviation industry professionals Jed Wolcott and Sue Folkringa. Wolcott is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed pilot and president of […]
Flightsafety adds to extended advantage program
LA GUARDIA AIRPORT, NEW YORK — FlightSafety has added ForeFlight and Aeronautical Data Systems to its Extended Advantage program. “The Extended Advantage program provides FlightSafety customers with preferred access, discounts, and other benefits for many of the products and services that are necessary to operate a safe, efficient and high-quality flight operation and to assist […]
Aerospace Products International acquires Avionics International Supply
Aerospace Products International has acquired the assets of Avionics International Supply. Headquartered in Denton, Texas, AIS is a wholesale distribution and repair services company, serving customers worldwide. In business since 1984, AIS’s main focus is the procurement and sales of new and used parts and supplies, avionics, electronics, tooling and test equipment, along with other […]
Roll Cage welding and rigging gloves introduced
Just introduced is Roll Cage Welding and Rigging Gloves from Lincoln Electric. The gloves are designed not only for welding and rigging, but also for cutting and grinding, according to company officials. The gloves are constructed with fire-resistant cowhide and sewn with Kevlar thread, then enhanced with segmented, high-temperature-resistant silicon pads for knuckle protection. The […]
Pilot gets lost at night
Aircraft: Cessna 180. Injuries: None. Location: Eau Claire, Wis. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: During a personal sightseeing flight in the late afternoon, the pilot landed the airplane at a controlled airport without contacting the control tower. According to the manager of an FBO at the airport, the pilot didn’t know what airport he was at, and was […]