For all the talk about NextGen — the Next Generation Air Transportation System — there are many pilots who still think it’s somewhere far off in the future. Think again. “People are starting to see that we’re way beyond the drawing board or the science experiment stage,” said FAA Administrator Michael Huerta. “Many components of […]
What do GA pilots think about NextGen?
We asked our Facebook fans and subscribers to The Pulse of Aviation about their take on NextGen. Is it the best thing to happen to flying in a while? Or is it just more government-mandated expense to keep airborne? Here are just a few of their comments: Best thing to happen. But the cost will […]
Sebring Expo: A real game-changer
It used to be that January was one of the slowest months of the year. Freezing cold in the northern states combined with short days across the northern hemisphere to produce a sluggish month for all but transport or working aircraft. Recreational flying slowed to the pace of thick syrup pouring from a chilled bottle. […]
Sporty’s Foundation releases annual report
The Sporty’s Foundation has issued its Annual Report, detailing its activities and bequests during 2012. “Since its inception, The Sporty’s Foundation has provided more than $800,000 in support to assist organizations and programs with a positive force on the health of the general aviation industry,” says Sporty’s Founder and Chairman Hal Shevers. “We have always […]
Innovations: Can you hear me now?
Oregon’s Hillsboro Aviation operates a number of turbine helicopters for various missions, primarily firefighting during the fire season, and search and rescue missions. Passengers are typically the company’s crew and employees of the contracting agency, noted Tom Dalquist. “The need to communicate with a number of various operators is required from a number of different […]
300th segment of EAA’s Hints for Homebuilders posted
OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Experimental Aircraft Association’s Hints for Homebuilders instructional video series has now generated more than 3.1 million views, according to association officials, who note that the instructional series has just released its 300th webisode. The Hints for Homebuilders series was launched nearly five years ago, and features EAA members helping other members. […]
New case makes kneeboard for iPad Mini
PilotMall.com has introduced a new, multi-function kneeboard/hard case for the iPad Mini. The case has an adjustable hold-flat leg strap for easy placement on the pilot’s knee, company officials note. A 360° rotating cradle accommodates both portrait and landscape viewing formats. Detaching the leg strap, the case also stands on a desk at a comfortable […]
Duncan Aviation opens facility at PDX
Duncan Aviation has opened a satellite facility at Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, Ore., in partnership with Flightcraft. The shop specializes in avionics installation and repair. Located on the international airport at 7777 NE Airport Way, this shop is the newest in Duncan Aviation’s growing network of 30 facilities located throughout the United States. […]
Bad hose brings down Cessna
Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Wikieup, Ariz. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: A student pilot and CFI were in cruise flight when the engine power became intermittent, followed by a total loss of power. The CFI established best-glide airspeed for the forced landing. During the landing roll on rough terrain, the airplane’s nose […]