Slovene pilot Matevž Lenarcic, who is flying around the world in his modified Pipistrel Virus SW 914 Turbo with an Intercooler unit, made a succesful landing in the Antarctic Feb. 16. Matevž started his epic flight Jan. 7 from Ljubljana, Slovenia. On his route he is planning to cross the equator six times, cover more […]
Women Soar slated again for AirVenture
Women Soar You Soar, a four-day mentoring camp featuring inspirational women aviators, returns for its eighth year in conjunction with EAA AirVenture 2012. Women Soar You Soar, scheduled for Thursday, July 26, through Sunday, July 29, will introduce 100 young women to aviation-based careers and a women-mentor network, providing encouragement and support to a possible […]
Dynon offers training at Sun ’n Fun
Following a successful trial at Sebring, Dynon Avionics will be offering courses in the operation of its SkyView system at Sun ’n Fun, March 27 through April 1. The classes will last 3.5 hours and will be held in the mornings and afternoons on Thursday through Sunday. During the seminars, current and prospective owners of […]
Destin Jet Center to celebrate 3rd anniversary
Florida’s Destin Jet is planning a birthday celebration for completing three successful years of operation. Destin Jet will celebrate with a customer appreciation luncheon April 27. All customers, friends and prospects are welcome, officials said. The event will feature food and beverages throughout the day. “In the evening we will host, along with Motorfest Magazine, […]
EAA names VP of AirVenture
Jim DiMatteo, a decorated U.S. Naval Aviator who has served in several aviation leadership positions, is joining EAA as Vice President, AirVenture Features and Attractions. In that role, he will be responsible for developing and coordinating the programs for the annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in. DiMatteo recently retired from the U.S. Navy as a captain […]
Platinum Flight Center joins Avfuel network
Platinum Flight Center at Outagamie Regional Airport (ATW) in Appleton, Wis., just up the road from Oshkosh, home to EAA AirVenture, has partnered with fuel supplier Avfuel to become part of the Avfuel-branded FBO network. “Avfuel provides superior customer support and backing,” said Platinum Flight Center Operations Manager Patrick Smith. “The initial installation was flawless, […]
Pre-existing medical condition leads to crash
This February 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: Piper Cherokee. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Gatesville, Texas. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot’s medical history included an accident that resulted in […]
Death knell for LightSquared?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — After long and detailed — and often contentious — efforts to work out a safe way for LightSquared to build a network of about 40,000 land-based towers in the U.S. for high-speed wireless transmissions without interfering with GPS, the battle seems to be nearing a satisfactory conclusion for general aviation and others […]
100 mayors denounce Obama’s attacks on GA
WASHINGTON, D.C. — General aviation is a vital part of our economy and national infrastructure, and we are concerned about the repercussions of your statements about it. That, in essence was what the mayors of 100 communities in 48 states recently sent in a letter to President Obama. The letter was coordinated by the Alliance […]