LAS VEGAS — Appareo Systems, which manufactures the Stratus, is exhibiting this week for the first time at the National Business Aviation Association convention. Appareo officials note the company has established awareness within the general aviation industry for its electronics and software solutions for both fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft. The business aviation industry presents a great […]
Cessna hits tree
Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: 1 Serious. Location: Smoketown, Pa. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot he was attempting to land and did not notice he was too low until the left wing hit a tree. The airplane veered left and hit the ground. Probable cause: The pilot did not maintain a proper approach path, […]
Tag team activism
The main hangar space at San Luis Jet Center in San Luis Obispo, Calif., was packed last weekend. A good 300 aviation enthusiasts came from far and wide to rub shoulders, commiserate, learn, be motivated, and be inspired to be more effective advocates for general aviation. They came to have a good time, too. And […]
#NBAA13: Honeywell forecasts slight uptick in bizav over next decade
LAS VEGAS — In its 22nd annual Business Aviation Outlook, released opening day of the National Business Aviation Association Convention, Honeywell is forecasting up to 9,250 new business jet deliveries worth over $250 billion from 2013 to 2022. The 2013 Honeywell outlook reflects an approximate 3 to 4% increase in projected delivery value over the 2012 […]
Cessna calls for volunteers to support Special Olympics Airlift
Cessna Aircraft Co. is organizing its seventh Citation Special Olympics Airlift (CSOA), which involves enlisting Citation jet owners to transport Special Olympics athletes and coaches from across the nation to the 2014 Special Olympics USA Games. Next year’s games will be held from June 14-21 in New Jersey in the Greater Princeton/Mercer County area. The […]
#NBAA13: Jeppesen enhances FlitePlan Online
LAS VEGAS – Jeppesen introduced at the National Business Aviation Association convention new features for its Jeppesen FlitePlan Online solution for business aviation operators. New Central Flow Management Unit (CFMU) validation and multiple scenario analysis functionality, including recently cleared routes, provides operators with flexible, optimal routing options and higher flight plan filing acceptance rates, according […]
#NBAA13: Garmin enhances GTN capability
LAS VEGAS — At the National Business Aviation Association convention, Garmin unveiled expanded capabilities and new features for the GTN series. With the latest software, pilots have access to optional Class A TAWS, ADS-B out compatibility with select third-party transponders, and scheduled message alerting. “The GTN provides a savvy solution with a number of benefits, […]
#NBAA13: Flying Musicians make first convention appearance
LAS VEGAS — For the first time, the Flying Musicians Association has a booth at the National Business Aviation Association Convention. If you’re at the show, visit FMA at booth #N525 and drop your business card in the bowl for a chance each day to win a music CD by founding member and San Diego […]
#NBAA13: Blackhawk Composites delivers 50th cowling for engine upgrade
LAS VEGAS — At this week’s National Business Aviation Association convention, Blackhawk Composites reported it has completed production and delivery of the 50th carbon-fiber composite cowling for Blackhawk Modifications, Inc.’s XP42A engine upgrade for Cessna Caravan and Grand Caravan aircraft. Blackhawk Composites’ build-to-print shop builds parts from pre-impregnated (“pre-preg”) composite materials and composite tooling. It […]