If you hold off attending local aviation fly-ins, conferences and airshows so you can attend one of the “big ones,” like AirVenture or Sun ’n Fun, you are missing out. I’m back from the March 1-3 Montana Aviation Conference in Bozeman. This was the 28th conference and I can tell you it was wonderful. For […]
New law exempts Florida FBOs from tax
General aviation advocates are hailing the passage of new legislation that will benefit not only aviation businesses in Florida, but general aviation aircraft owners. Language in a new economic development bill includes sales-tax exemptions for repairs and equipment on aircraft that weigh 2,000 pounds or more. The previous exemption was for aircraft that weighed 15,000 […]
LSAs feature new Rotax engine
The new Rotax 912iS engine is now featured on FlightDesign and Pipistrel models. Flight Design has introduced its CTLSi, which features the new fuel-injected 912iS powerplant from Rotax Aircraft Engines. As a leader in the Light-Sport Aircraft segment, Flight Design is in a long-term partnership with the BRP-Powertrain distribution network. “With fuel injection, Rotax has […]
Gulf Coast Avionics adds to inventory
Gulf Coast Avionics Corp. has added two new product offerings to its inventory: Emergency Locator Transmitters from Ameri-King and the iFly720 GPS. The AK-451 series of high performance Emergency Locator Transmitters from Ameri-King is an FAA TSO approved line of ELTs that bring new performance standards to the search and rescue function with new features […]
WingX expands with Passive RADAR
Hilton Software has introduced new Passive RADAR Altimeter technology for the iPad and iPhone. The Passive RADAR Altimeter displays terrain elevation and the aircraft’s approximate AGL; together with Dynamic Terrain Overlays and Synthetic Vision, WingX Pro7 is designed to reduce the risk of Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT), according to company officials. WingX Pro7 Version […]
Curtis receives approval for new flush mounted fuel valves
Curtis Superior Valve Co. has received FAA TSO-C76a approval for five new flush mounted fuel valves. The new fuel valves are made from brass with stainless steel springs to prevent rust and corrosion and have been tested and approved to meet the FAA TSO-76a standards, company officials said. Application of these new valves are for […]
Blackhawk adds Silverhawk Aviation to network
Blackhawk has added Silverhawk Aviation of Lincoln, Neb., to its roster of authorized marketing and installation facilities. Blackhawk, which provides performance improvement systems designed to expand the operational capabilities and safety of single- and twin-engine turboprop aircraft, recently completed an agreement that makes Silverhawk Aviation its newest dealer and service support center. Founded in 1991, […]
Air Zoo to host Women in Aerospace Day
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo, Mich., is hosting Women in Aerospace Day on Saturday, March 24, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Air Zoo guests will have the chance to learn about the accomplishments of women in aviation and space through hands-on activities throughout the day. From 1-2 p.m., the Air […]
Tailwind landing bends Cessna
This March 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: Cessna 152. Injuries: None. Location: Hearne, Texas. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The student pilot, who was at the end of a solo […]