The secretary general of one of China’s most successful aviation industrial city complexes visited Central Florida last week seeking economic development partnerships in general aviation. Jin Qian Sheng, secretary general of the China Aviation Industrial Base in Xian, met with economic development and county officials and Enterprise Florida, the state’s public-private economic development organization. Several […]
Warbird calendar now available
Historic Flight Foundation, in concert with several Cascade Warbirds photographers, has published a 2012 calendar featuring warbirds. The calendar (pictured below) is offered for $20, with 25% of the proceeds donated to the Cascade Warbirds Memorial Scholarship Fund. To order your calendar, mail $20 per calendar along with a copy of this email and your […]
Southeast Aviation Show set to expand in 2012
The South Carolina Aviation Association has approved plans for a regional aviation event in 2012, which will be similar to the Southeast Aviation Show that was held at the Greenville Downtown Airport in South Carolina Oct. 29, with a few significant changes. The inaugural event exceeded expectations, according to South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) President […]
Breitling celebrates 100th anniversary of Naval Aviation
As part of Breitling’s year-long salute to the 100th anniversary of naval aviation, the Swiss watchmaker has produced a special timepiece: the Naval Centennial Limited Edition Airwolf. The first piece of this series has been on a journey that took it across the globe and into space, and will conclude with an auction to benefit […]
Signal Aviation now offering Phillips 66 fuel
Signal Aviation Services, an FBO at Lebanon Municipal Airport (LEB) in West Lebanon, N.H., has joined the Phillips 66 Aviation dealer network. The addition of Phillips 66 aviation fuels means that pilots who frequent the airport can use their Phillips 66 credit cards, as well as AvCard, MasterCard, Visa and American Express to buy JetA […]
NationAir Aviation Insurance debuts iPhone/iPad app
NationAir Aviation Insurance has unveiled a mobile application for iPads and iPhones. From specialty aircraft and owner-flown aircraft to large ground operations and corporate flight departments, NationAir insures more than $40 billion in all types of aviation assets. Its clients fly everything from single-seat, single-engine planes to luxury business jets. “Our clients are telling us […]
Bad mag wire contributes to crash
This December 2009 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: LongEZ. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Dexter, Ky. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: A witness on the ground saw the experimental, amateur-built airplane in […]
Around the world with Air Journey
By J. DOUGLAS HINTON It is the dream of many pilots to fly around the world. But the task of planning such a trip is overwhelming, even for the most seasoned aviator. Just the thought of dealing with landing permits, customs and immigration, and navigating across the oceans can make a pilot hesitate in deciding […]
Pipistrel launches contest for livery design of first Panthera
Pipistrel has launched a contest for the exterior design of its first Panthera, the company’s new four-seater. The winning design will be displayed on the first model, which will be presented at major airshows around the world in 2012. Pipistrel officials say: “We wish for a livery that will enhance Panthera’s lines and unique characteristics: Luxury; […]