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; […]
Aging Gracefully, Flying Safely
The AOPA Foundation’s Air Safety Institute has released a new interactive online course called “Aging Gracefully, Flying Safely.” While no one has a choice about getting older, choices can be made on how to deal with it. The new course focuses on giving pilots practical advice on the effects of aging, the possible impact on […]
The 100th anniversary of Naval Aviation?
By Ann Holtgren Pellegreno Despite banner headlines proclaiming that 2011 is the 100th anniversary of naval aviation, sufficient evidence exists to challenge that concept. In my opinion, the first naval aviation flight occurred in November 1910 when Eugene Fly flew from the deck of the U.S.S. Birmingham, anchored in Chesapeake Bay, and landed on a […]
Tuskegee Airmen featured at Fantasy of Flight
Fantasy of Flight will celebrate Black History Month in February 2012 by kicking off its Fourth Annual Legends & Legacies Symposium Series with a visit from famed World War II heroes, the Tuskegee Airmen, as well as a student essay contest honoring the aviators’ leadership, excellence, advocacy and determination (LEAD). During this three-day limited engagement […]
AAR partners with City Colleges of Chicago
AAR has been selected by Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s office as aviation industry partner for a new education to careers strategy between the City Colleges of Chicago and private business to prepare residents for jobs in aviation. AAR Chairman and CEO David P. Storch joined Mayor Emanuel for the announcement of the “Colleges to Careers” […]
Condemned dogs get holiday reprieve
This Thursday, Dec. 15, Van Nuys Airport will be the staging area for the departure of approximately 100 dogs of all shapes and sizes that will be transported via private aircraft to loving new families just in time for the holidays. The dogs will arrive on the tarmac at 7:30 AM in a specially designed […]
Garmin GTN receives EASA approval
Garmin International Inc. has received the European Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) validation of the U.S. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the GTN 650 and GTN 750 series touchscreen avionics. These avionics are now certified and approved for installation in hundreds of makes and models of European-registered-general aviation aircraft. “The GTN has been very well received […]