Now available is a new novel written by a pilot called “Flight 243 Is Down.” The novel revolves around the crash of Consolidated Airlines flight 243, which appears to be a classic case of pilot error. Investigative reporter Dirk Johnston is at the airport covering an unrelated story and witnesses the crash. Using his journalistic […]
An alternative to Sitka Spruce
Sitka Spruce has been a staple of the homebuilding industry for many years. It is strong, flexible and lightweight. Recently, it has become difficult to acquire, which in turn has driven costs up. This has prompted Wicks Aircraft Supply to do some research on alternatives and found that Western Hemlock is a prime candidate. When […]
As we observe Veterans Day…
Everyone at General Aviation News would like to thank all of the veterans across the country for their service and sacrifice.
Wounded veteran launches new career in aviation
When Chris Gschwendtner was airlifted to a field hospital after a rocket exploded next to him in Bagdad, no one could look ahead and see where he is today. The concussion of the explosion left the young infantryman with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), the hidden injury so common to those serving in Iraq and […]
‘American Patriot’ Mustang tapped for Veterans Airlift missions
Cessna is joining forces with Veterans Airlift Command to provide free transportation for injured veterans. Cessna has designated a Citation Mustang, named the “American Patriot,” to fly VAC missions, the first of which will occur Nov. 10. VAC is a nonprofit organization that provides free medical and compassionate transportation for wounded veterans and their families […]
Air Show Hall of Fame inductees named
Air show legends Jim and Ernie Moser, Julie Clark, Steve Oliver and Suzanne Asbury-Oliver will be inducted into the International Council of Airshows (ICAS) Foundation Hall of Fame on Dec. 7, in Las Vegas during the annual ICAS Chairman’s Banquet. The ICAS Foundation Hall of Fame was created in 1995 to honor those who have […]
SAFE appoints first executive director
The Board of Directors of the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) recently accepted Doug Stewart’s resignation from the board, then voted unanimously to appoint him as the organization’s first executive director. According to one board member, Stewart “was a logical choice to become our first executive director. He had ably chaired the board […]
FuelerLinx launches interactive fuel map
FuelerLinx has released the latest version of its aviation fuel planning software, with a new feature that displays operators’ own negotiated contract fuel prices on an interactive route map. The patented new feature, called Axiom Fuel Planner, displays real time fuel prices at all airports in range of every stop on a flight route. “Until […]
Jet Aviation Teterboro opens new avionics shop
Jet Aviation Teterboro has opened a new avionics shop and received a limited instrument and limited radio rating from the FAA. The additional capabilities, shop space and staff allow Jet Aviation Teterboro to perform line maintenance, offer AOG support and provide inspections for avionics equipment. The authorizations apply to the operation’s foreign certificates as well, […]