It’s not often GA pilots get a chance to talk one-on-one with officials at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), but one well-attended NBAA2011 session provided just that chance – and generated a robust two-way discussion about a number of issues critical to GA, including the LASP, reopening DCA to GA, and Presidential TFRs. Read about […]
Gleim offers prizes for WINGS courses
In an effort to motivate more individuals to attend FAAST seminars, Gleim offers WINGS-approved online courses to FAASTeam Representatives and FAASTeam Program Managers for use as door prizes and raffles. The information provided at FAAST Seminars provides pilots with valuable resources and information that promote the continued growth and safety of the aviation community, Gleim […]
How to use home flight simulators for real world training
Home flight simulators are more than just games, and when used properly, they can be a valuable training aid for real world flying — and without the Hobbs running. Until now, though, you were on your own to use these training devices for an authentic training experience. The new Flight Simulator Training Guide from Sporty’s […]
ADS-B transmitter receives FAA nod
FreeFlight Systems’ RANGR FDL-978TX ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) UAT 978MHz transmitter has received TSO-C154c approval from the FAA. The RANGR FDL-978TX system will interface to FreeFlight Systems’ WAAS-GPS receiver 1201, dual antennas, and a panel mounted control head. The system weighs less than 1 pound and also meets all DO-160 testing for helicopter applications, company […]
NASCAR driver launch customer for Beechcraft upgrades
Clint Bowyer, a Kansas native and NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver, has signed an order for upgrades to his Beechcraft Premier IA following new product announcements by Hawker Beechcraft Services (HBS). Bowyer is the launch customer for a Synthetic Vision System (SVS) upgrade to his Pro Line 21 displays, new aftermarket winglets by Winglet Technology, […]
Jeppesen iPad app OK’d as paper chart replacement
Charter operator Corporate Flight Management has received authorization from the FAA to use the recently introduced Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck app for iPad as an alternative to paper aeronautical charts. The authorization allows Corporate Flight Management to begin a systematic transition from paper to iPad with Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck as the sole reference for electronic enroute […]
Pilot misses runway at night
These October 2009 accident reports are provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, they are intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Piper Cherokee. Injuries: None. Location: Angwin, Calif. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to takeoff at night. He told investigators […]
Occupy General Aviation
You’ve seen them on the news. They’re mostly young, but a broad spectrum of age brackets is evident in the full group. Often angry, frequently lacking focus, they have successfully done something the general aviation market has been loathe to do — attract massive media attention. On that score they’re winning the battle. First it […]
Only airworthy Privateer to fly this weekend
By RAEANN SLAYBAUGH The Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer based at Arizona’s Casa Grande Municipal Airport (CGZ), believed to be the only one still actively flying, will be a featured attraction at this weekend’s Copperstate Fly-In. “There’s a Privateer in Greybull, Wyo., that’s currently parked on the ramp,” explains Bruce Brockhagen, spokesperson and volunteer. “There’s another in […]