Aircraft: Cessna 210. Injuries: None. Location: Wolfe City, Texas. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot departed his private airstrip and was en route to a local airport to purchase fuel when the engine lost power. While trying to restart the engine, he moved the fuel selector from the left wing tank to the right wing tank and […]
New company takes over Chinook and Beaver LSAs
HOUSTON, Texas/Vernon, BC — Brent and Paulette Holomis report that the legacy of the Chinook and Beaver lines of light-sport aircraft will continue as they have sold the assets of Aircraft Sales and Parts, Ltd. to John and Kim Couch of Gloster Aerodrome (1XA7) near Sealy, outside of Houston. The new company, Aeroplane Manufactory (AM) […]
New research finds hypoxia can be detected before symptoms apparent
A team of Mayo Clinic researchers have found that hypoxia can be detected before incapacitating physical symptoms, which can be a safety threat at high altitudes. “This study opens the door for objective assessments of hypoxia and additional safeguards for…pilots and others working in high altitudes,” says Jan Stepanek, M.D., the Aerospace Medicine Program Director […]
Author and humorist Rod Machado to receive award
Aviation author, humorist and flight instructor Rod Machado will be the 31st recipient of the prestigious Crystal Eagle Award, presented annually by the Aero Club of Northern California to honor those whose achievements are among the highest endeavors in aviation and aerospace. The awards dinner will be held Friday, Nov. 1 at the Hiller Aviation […]
TBM convention achieves milestone
The TBM Owners and Pilots Association’s (TBMOPA) 10th convention surpassed its 100-airplane milestone with the presence of 104 total TBM 700s and TBM 850s at its annual gathering. With almost a quarter of the TBM fleet in North America, this is the largest fly-in convention dedicated to a single turbine aircraft, officials with DAHER-SOCATA said. […]
Chicago Area Business Aviation Association presents scholarship
The Chicago Area Business Aviation Association has presented the first Ken Johnson Scholarship to Lewis University student Michael Indelli, who interned at Chicago Executive Airport. Johnson, a member of the Chicago Area Business Aviation Association board, passed away unexpectedly in March. As Johnson was a strong proponent of working with students to promote interest in […]
Aviation maintenance resource site takes flight
Addressing the need for a single hub of information about the aviation maintenance industry, the Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA) has launched AVMRO.arsa.org. AVMRO, which stands for aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul, features a page on the industry explaining the efficiency of contract aviation maintenance, the global regulatory framework governing the sector’s operations, and the […]
ASA debuts iPad mini Kneeboard
ASA has introduced an iPad mini Kneeboard. The elastic strap secures the binder-like case to the pilot’s leg while in flight and is easily removable for everyday use, company officials note. Inside, the sleeve holds the iPad mini securely with full access to controls and buttons. The left side has pockets to store documents and […]
AirVenture 2014 advance tickets now available
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Advance purchase admission tickets and camping are now available for the 62nd annual edition of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, which will be held July 28-Aug. 3 at Wittman Regional Airport. Daily and weekly admissions are available, as is the ability to join the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and receive the best possible admission […]