Some pilots become jaded with time. Need to perk-up your aviation life? Pre-Sun ’n Fun, I returned to Central Florida’s lake country and a training operation that will freshen anyone’s outlook on flying. Located on Lake Dora above Florida’s Turnpike 35 miles northwest of Orlando, it’s Jones Brothers Air and Seaplane Adventures in “America’s Seaplane […]
Disaster recovery — Preparation is key to success
By DAVE HOOK. Now that we’re past the first day of spring it’s time to start planning for two important seasons ahead: Hurricane and wildfire. According to the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), hurricane season begins May 15 for the Eastern Pacific and June 1 for the Atlantic. Both end on Nov. 30. For […]
Companies join forces to develop general aviation in China
Cessna Aircraft Co. and Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) are signing two strategic agreements to jointly develop general and business aviation in the People’s Republic of China. The agreements pave the way for a range of business jets, utility single-engine turboprops, and single-engine piston aircraft to be manufactured and certified in China, according to […]
Ohio’s Grimes Field target for largest gathering of B-25s since WWII
Flying in from around the U.S., about two dozen B-25 Mitchell bombers will converge on Urbana, Ohio’s municipal airport, Grimes Field, beginning Saturday, April 14. The largest gathering of B-25s since World War II, the Grimes Gathering of B-25s will lead into the 70th Doolittle Tokyo Raiders Reunion at the National Museum of the U.S. […]
Record your flights with NFlightcam Cockpit Video Cameras
Now at Sporty’s are two new models of NFlightcam Cockpit Video cameras ideal for CFIs, students and owners. The NFlightcam is compact and portable, so you can take it on every flight: Record your landing at a unique airport, preserve the memory of your first solo cross-country, or post an aerobatic flight to YouTube. These […]
NavWorx ADS600 and WxBox now include Wi-Fi
NavWorx has added Wi-Fi to its ADS600 and WxBox line of ADS-B receivers and Universal Access Transceiver (UAT), which are designed to receive subscription-free aircraft traffic and aviation weather. The top-of-the-line NavWorx ADS600-B transceiver delivers TIS-B traffic and FIS-B weather and flight information to a variety of aircraft electronic displays. It is designed to meet […]
Hillary Clinton cheers on renewed search for Amelia Earhart
Hillary Clinton is rooting for the scientists and historians laboring to solve the mystery of legendary American aviator Amelia Earhart, who disappeared in the South Pacific more than 70 years ago, according to Politico. Welcoming members of the The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR) to the State Department last wee, the secretary of […]
Bids fly for Amelia Earhart’s gloves
Signed flying gloves reportedly worn by Amelia Earhart during a historic flight have been found on eBay, according to a post at WhatSellsBest.com. According to the sellers listing, the historic signed leather gloves were worn by Earhart during her 1935 “Goodwill Solo Flight” to Mexico. The seller states the auction also includes documentation supporting the […]
Aircraft Spruce East slates annual Super Sale and Fly-In
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty East will host its annual Super Sale and Fly-In on Saturday, May 5, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The distribution center is located at 452 Dividend Drive in Peachtree City, beside Falcon Field (FFC). As in the past, Aircraft Spruce will provide free hot dogs and beverages throughout the day […]