You’re a fire boss trying to contain an out-of-control wildfire in mountainous terrain, and you literally can’t see the forest for the burning trees. Dense smoke chokes the air, making it nearly impossible to have a good sense of where and how quickly a fire is moving. Such was the case for firefighters battling this […]
Progress and future of NextGen focus of annual meeting
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Joined by fellow industry professionals, legislative representatives and other key decision makers in the civil aviation world, Aerospace Industries Association President Marion C. Blakey will be one of the featured speakers at the NextGen Institute’s Annual Public Meeting on Sept. 20. The meeting “NextGen – Successes and Challenges: Building a Path to […]
New version of FlyQ EFB released
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has released version 1.2 of the FlyQ electronic flight bag (EFB) app for the iPad. This upgrade features terrain and obstacle warnings, expanded ADS-B support and a preflight data check, according to AOPA officials. “We’ve enhanced FlyQ EFB with features that increase flight safety, improve ease-of-use and contribute […]
Willapa Harbor Oyster Feed and Fly-In
The fourth annual Willapa Harbor Oyster Feed and Fly-in is slated for Saturday, September 21. This annual event is one of Washington State’s most popular fly-ins attracting pilots from neighboring states and Canada. It’s an irresistible combination of hangar flying camaraderie and freshly harvested succulent Willapa Bay oysters grilled to perfection by a world class chef. The feeding […]
FreeFlight develops ADS-B Out retrofit for Garmin GTX 330 Mode S Transponders
WACO, Texas — FreeFlight Systems is now interfacing it Model 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor with the Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder to provide an additional 1090 MHz Extended Squitter (1090ES) ADS-B Out upgrade solution for GTX 330 owners. Under a technology licensing agreement between FreeFlight Systems and Garmin, FreeFlight Systems is enabling the 1201 WAAS/GPS […]
FAI Young Artist Contest opens
LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) invites all youngsters from the age of 6 to 17 to take part in the 2014 FAI Young Artists Contest. This year’s theme is “Flying to save lives.” Gold, Silver and Bronze FAI Medals will be awarded to the winners for the three age categories (6-9, 10-13, […]
Flight luminaries to present Hall of Fame enshrinees
The first African-American in space, NASA administrator, and the chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association are among the participants at next month’s “Oscar Night of Aviation,” when the Class of 2013 will be enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame. The black-tie gala, slated for Oct. 4 will take place at the NAHF Learning […]
Museum slates Open Cockpit Day with Great New England RC Swap Meet
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. – The New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks, Conn. will hold two events on Sunday, Oct. 13. The first is the Fall Open Cockpit Day. Visitors will be permitted to climb into the cockpits of up to 12 aircraft. These include the Vietnam era “Huey” helicopter; the vintage DC-3 airliner; the […]
Bad bounce for Cessna
Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Westminister, Md. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to land on the 1,840-foot runway. The plane’s airspeed was higher than recommended for a short-field landing. The airplane touched down, bounced, and floated, touched down and bounced again. After a third touchdown the pilot initiated a go-around. He returned […]