Wilco has received FAA approval to modify its STC to convert Hawker Beechcraft Model G36s from existing lead acid batteries to Concorde Battery’s valve regulated sealed lead acid recombinant gas batteries. The STC permits the replacement of the main battery alone, according to Wilco officials, who note the main battery is replaced with Concorde’s RG24-16. […]
Latest FAA Safety Briefing online
Now available online is the September/October issue of FAA Safety Briefing, which explores the role of the aviation educator. Articles focus on flight instructor requirements and best practices, as well as the many tools and educational resources that can help sharpen teaching skills.
Misplaced fuel selector valve leads to crash
This September 2010 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Luscombe 8A. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Churchville, Md. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot, who initiated a takeoff with the carburetor heat […]
General aviation goes to the political conventions
For the first time, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and the National Business Aviation Association teamed to hold events at the two national party conventions. The goal: Schmoozing politicos to hold high the flag of general aviation. I attended the first, at the Republican National Convention in Tampa on Tuesday, Aug. 28, to see […]
FAA delays decision on Icon weight increase
FAA officials have informed Icon Aircraft that a decision on the company’s request for an exemption to the Light-Sport Aircraft weight limitations for its amphibious Icon A5 won’t be made until the end of the year, according to a report at AOPA.org. Icon Aircraft founder Kirk Hawkins asked for an exemption in May to increase […]
No more paper medical applications
Starting Oct. 1, the FAA will stop using the paper version of FAA Form 8500-8, the form used to apply for FAA medical certification. That means pilots must use the FAA’s online MedXpress to apply for medical certification, according to Kathy Dondzila in a post on AOPA.org. She takes us through her first experience using […]
Your help needed to ensure consistency in interpreting FAA regs
The FAA needs your help: The Consistency of Regulatory Interpretation Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC), an advisory group of aviation insiders working with the FAA, is seeking the general aviation industry’s input on the agency’s consistency in the certification and approval process. “A lack of consistent application of the regulation and guidance has long been a […]
UAS demo slated for North Dakota
On Thursday, Sept. 20, there will be a demonstration of on-board technologies designed to help integrate remotely-piloted aircraft into the national air transportation system at the Grand Forks International Airport in North Dakota. The research flight test will feature a specially equipped NASA Langley Research Center Cirrus SR22 that will serve as a surrogate unmanned […]
VeladoHD debuts sunglasses celebrating Rob Holland
VedaloHD has developed a new black wrap sunglasses frame named in honor of the 2011 World Aerobatic Freestyle Champion, Current US National Aerobatic Champion, and airshow performer Rob Holland. A portion of the proceeds from each pair of Rob Holland Special Edition Stritanium sunglass sold will go to Warrior Aviation “wings of opportunity,” which pledges […]