WASHINGTON D.C. — Growing up in Pasadena, Calif., John Stonecipher’s future was forged as he watched police helicopters fly overhead. By 18, he was certified to fly. By 19, with an instructor’s certificate in hand, he was teaching others the intricacies of helicopter flight. Stonecipher was recently named 2013 National Small Business Person of the […]
Entry deadline for AirVenture Cup approaching
The entry deadline for the EAA AirVenture Cup Race is July 1, and race organizers are urging interested participants to get their application in as soon as possible. In the past, race participants had until a week before the race to submit their applications, but the deadline for entry is earlier this year to give […]
Burlington Aviation to host open house
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Burlington Aviation, a Cessna Pilot Center and a FAA Part 141 flight school at Burlington Alamance Regional Airport (BUY) , will host a Discover Flying Open House July 6 from 12:30 to 3:00pm. The public is invited to learn more about flying, see and tour the new Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, and enter to […]
Seminoles join Piper’s G1000 Club
VERO BEACH, Fla. — Piper Aircraft has received Type Certificate (TC) approval from the FAA to incorporate the Garmin G1000 avionics suite into new twin-engine Piper Seminole aircraft models for delivery beginning this year. With this latest TC, the Garmin G1000 is standard equipment on nearly all new Piper products, according to company officials. “The […]
Mooney goes into ditch
Aircraft: Mooney M20K Injuries: None. Location: Page, Ariz. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: It was dusk when the pilot was taxiing from the transient parking towards the runway for takeoff. He said he was taxiing at a walking pace when he encountered a large ditch at the end of the tarmac. He was unable […]
Fractional ownership: Getting a piece of a high-end aircraft
Would you like to fly a well-maintained, newer airplane, but can’t afford to buy one just yet? Rather than back-burner this dream, you might want to consider fractional ownership. One of the first fractional programs available to the single-engine piston driving crowd was PlaneSmart!, which began operations in 2003, “as a means to give pilots […]
Aircraft sales and use tax: A CAVU approach
By ASHLEY HAYES FORTE Before you are cleared for takeoff in your new airplane, take some time to do a little pre-planning in regards to your tax liability. With a little bit of advanced planning, you can enjoy a stress-free purchasing process, leaving your tax concerns on the ground, where they belong.The best way to […]
SD governor proclaims June General Aviation Appreciation Month
South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard has declared June “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” Across South Dakota, general aviation generates $303 million in economic activity annually. “Governor Daugaard’s proclamation helps to highlight the importance of this vital industry and economic driver,” said Selena Shilad, Executive Director of the Alliance for Aviation Across America. “For communities across South […]
CAF and EAA join forces for Heavy Bombers Weekend
MADISON, Wis. — In a rare gathering of World War II era aircraft, the Commemorative Air Force and the Experimental Aircraft Association are joining forces for a Heavy Bombers Weekend the weekend before EAA AirVenture. The event starts Friday, July 26, and will feature the world’s only airworthy B-29 Superfortress FIFI (pictured); the B-17 Aluminum […]