Cessna Aircraft Co. is building on a safety initiative started in 2011 designed to educate single engine owners on new inspection procedures. The latest effort is aimed at 100 series single-engine piston aircraft owners around the world, and informs them about new supplemental aircraft inspection procedures that will be added to 100 series Cessna service […]
Colorado Aviation Week to celebrate general aviation
The Colorado Aviation Business Association (CABA) has released the schedule for “Colorado Aviation Week,” with several events slated June 7-10 in the Denver area to celebrate the state’s General Aviation Appreciation Month. On April 10, Governor John Hickenlooper proclaimed June to be General Aviation Appreciation Month for the State of Colorado because of the positive […]
Flight Guide iEFB app updated
Airguide Publications has released v4.2, a free update for the Flight Guide iEFB iPad application. “Flight Guide iEFB v4.2 is a major update that includes Guardian Aero 454 integration with Flight Guide iEFB v4.2 for a wireless Flight Plan link to Garmin 430, 530, GNS650, GNS750, G900, and G1000 panel mounted GPS receivers,” said Larry […]
Aviation fuels webinar slated
The Transportation Research Board will conduct a webinar June 5 that will feature research conducted by TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) related to aviation fuel options and cost. There is no fee to register for the webinar, but participants must register in advance. Continuing Education Units are available for accredited airport executives who attend […]
Pilot, CFI forget to lower gear
This May 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: Beech Sierra Injuries: None. Location: Boise, Idaho. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: A pilot receiving instruction and a CFI were practicing engine-out approaches […]
A healthy energy boost for pilots
It takes a lot of energy to cover an airshow or a fly-in. Over the years I have experimented with different ways to boost my energy levels. These methods include physically training for a show (running several miles a day or climbing stairs with a 20-pound pack on my back) and during the show ingesting […]
NJ Conference focuses on aviation’s economic impact
By STEVE SCHAPIRO The 17th Annual New Jersey State Aviation Conference, held May 4, focused on the economic impact of aviation, as well as how to navigate the regulatory maze if you violate a TFR. New Jersey Department of Transportation Commissioner James Simpson delivered a keynote address on aviation economics and the role general aviation […]
11-year timeline for avgas replacement proposed
Although it hasn’t released the final report to the public, the FAA’s unleaded avgas transition rulemaking committee (UAT-ARC) is expected to recommend a fuel approvals process stretching out as long as 11 years and will be asking Congress for at least $60 million to fund the project, plus as much as $13 million from the […]
Reno Air Races get green light — if it can get insurance
The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board has given a 1-year special permit for the Reno National Championship Air Races with the stipulation that the Reno Air Racing Association obtain $100 million in insurance coverage, according to a story in the Reno Gazette-Journal.