A $10 million state investment will fund projects at nine airports across Pennsylvania. “Thousands of people rely on the aviation industry for jobs,” Governor Tom Corbett said. “These funds will help ensure that the airports continue to run safely and can meet the demands of their regional economies.” The grants are distributed through the Capital […]
Chattanooga FBO LEED certified
The Chattanooga Airport’s new 9,000-square-foot FBO facility, managed by Wilson Air Center, was recently awarded platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification program. According to officials at Wilson Air Center, the FBO is the only aviation terminal in the world to receive platinum certification, […]
New president for Bremerton Pilots Association
James D. (Jim) Posner has been elected president of the Bremerton Pilots Association in Washington state. Taking over the post from Don Dicksion, Posner has been a private pilot since 1966, earning his instrument rating in 1975. He owns a Beechcraft Bonanza. Jim’s professional career was as a principal of an information technology consulting firm […]
Reding joins FlightSafety
Bob Reding has joined FlightSafety International as senior advisor to the CEO. Reding has led and contributed to the management and operation of several airlines during his 30 years in the industry. He was most recently Executive Vice President-Operations, for AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines. He also served as Senior Vice President-Technical […]
Auto-darkening welding helmet debuts
The new Tweco WeldSkill auto-darkening welding helmet features four sensors and can be used in both weld mode and grind mode. The helmet has a viewing area of 3.86” x 1.69”, weighs 16 oz., and uses solar power to eliminate the need to change batteries. Suggested retail price is $129. When switching from light-to-dark, the […]
Fuel leak sparks in-flight fire
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 Saratoga. Injuries: None. Location: Reserve, N.M. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: During takeoff the pilot heard a “pop” noise and smoke filled […]
Flying the Evektor Harmony
The Light-Sport Aircraft movement is coming of age. During the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo held in Sebring, Florida, last month, many LSA manufacturers showed off the next generation of their designs, including Evektor Aircraft. The Czech Republic-based company, which has the distinction of producing the first LSA certified in the U.S., showcased the Evektor Harmony […]
LightSquared to cut 45% of its jobs
Billionaire Philip Falcone’s LightSquared wireless venture is cutting 45% of its jobs — about 150 positions — after the Federal Communications Commission rejected its plan to start operating, after finding that the proposed network interferes with GPS signals, according to a Bloomberg News report. Company officials said the move was intended to reduce costs while […]
FAA bill allows fuel reimbursement for volunteer pilots
Buried in the long-term authorization for the FAA is a provision that will make pilots who fly charitable medical flights happy. The provision allows a pilot to accept reimbursement from a volunteer pilot organization for the fuel costs associated with a flight to provide transportation for an individual or organ for medical purposes. The bill […]