WYOMING, Mich. — GRT Avionics has lowered prices on all of its EFIS systems by over 30%, while retaining all the features, according to company officials. Customers can now purchase a 10.4-inch Horizon HXr system for $5,650 — more than $3,500 under the previous retail price. This package includes everything needed for a single-display, single-AHRS […]
Four injured after pilot overloads airplane
Aircraft: Beech F33A. Injuries: 2 Serious, 2 Minor. Location: Tarentum, Penn. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The airplane was one of several involved in a Young Eagles event that day to introduce students to general aviation. According to witnesses, the airplane began its takeoff roll at the approach end of runway 17, which was […]
What oil should I use?
The two most common questions that I still get are: 1. What oil should I use in my aircraft engine? And 2. Are different brands and grades of oils compatible? In this column I will limit the discussion to certified engines, such as Continental, Lycoming, radials and older certified aircraft engines. For these engines there […]
Disney releases new trailer for ‘Planes’
Disney has released a new trailer for its upcoming movie “Planes”. Check it out:
Embry-Riddle team wins SAFECON
For the ninth time and the second year in a row, the Golden Eagles flight team from Embry-Riddle’s Prescott, Ariz., campus has won the Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON) national competition sponsored by the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA). Held May 6-11 at The Ohio State University Airport, the event brought together more than […]
Nebraska governor declares May GA appreciation month
Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman has proclaimed May as “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” The proclamation is the third of its kind by Governor Heineman, following one in 2010 and one in 2012. Across the state, general aviation has an annual economic impact of $721 million each year. “We commend Governor Heineman for his proclamation and his […]
B-17 rides at Museum of Flight
SEATTLE — A Memorial Day weekend tradition continues as The Museum of Flight will host the Experimental Aircraft Association’s B-17 bomber, Aluminum Overcast, for rides and ground tours during the last week in May. The Flying Fortress will be open to the public May 24 through May 27 for rides and ground tours. For costs, […]
Amendment protects Oklahoma private airstrip owners
Oklahoma’s Governor Mary Fallin has signed HB 1009, adding aviation and fly-ins to the state’s recreational use statute covering non-public lands. The legislation, sponsored by Representative Mike Brown, sailed through both houses with no opposing votes, according to officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation. The new legislation protects private airstrip owners throughout Oklahoma from litigation […]
GEICO Skytypers to perform at Patriotic Festival
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The GEICO Skytypers will participate in the 2013 Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival taking place May 31-June 2. The team performs a low-altitude, precision-formation flying demonstration. The pilots fly six World War II-vintage aircraft, filling the sky and coming from all directions to provide spectators a unique viewing experience while showcasing the […]