An unusual AC-47D gunship of the Vietnam era, known as “Spooky,” will be part of the Virginia Regional Festival of Flight this coming weekend, April 28-29. This 1944 Douglas DC-3C-R was restored into a flying status as the famous “Spooky” or “Puff the Magic Dragon” gunships used for close air support of United States troops […]
Air Zoo blasts off with summer camps
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Air Zoo is offering a variety of aviation and space-related camps for kids ages 4-17. Full and partial scholarships are available, museum officials note. Summer camps include: Two is Twice the Fun Earn Your Wings Family Rocket Clinic Cosmic Space Camp Beginner R/C Camp Boys Science Academy Girls Science Academy Advanced Boys […]
Paul Ryan named AEA Lifetime award winner
Paul Ryan was presented with the 2012 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the Aircraft Electronics Association’s board of directors, during the 55th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show held earlier this month in Washington, D.C. In 1957, he established Dytronics Co. Inc., and a number of products […]
MU-2 pilot proficiency program set
The every-other-year Mitsubishi MU-2 Pilot’s Review of Proficiency (PROP) program will be in Reno and Columbus, Ohio, this year. Attendees at the 2010 PROP gave the program an almost perfect rating in every category, which included: Technical Issues, Accident Analysis, NEXRAD, SFAR Review, Operational Tips and Techniques, Engine Operations, with WAAS/LAAS presented by SimCom’s Tom […]
Kitfox pilot encounters winds
This April 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: Kitfox IV. Injuries: 1 Serious. Location: Baraboo, Wis. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was diverting from the planned destination due to […]
Winners and losers
Regardless of what kind of business you are in, there is one common component that has massive influence on whether you experience economic success or disaster. That component is known as the customer. Yep, customers are the magic elixir of business, regardless of whether you’re selling toothpaste, muscle cars, or flight lessons. In the end […]
Warbird threat neutralized
Swift action by members of EAA and Warbirds of America, plus other general aviation pilots and aviation enthusiasts, made a difference in reversing a threat to warbird aircraft posed by a possible amendment to the House National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 4310). Thousands of EAA members and aviators contacted their congressional representatives after EAA and […]
Airport courtesy car project celebrated
The courtesy car at Alexandria Field Airport (N85) in Pittstown, N.J., represents much more than a way for general aviation pilots to get from the airport to the surrounding area. The successful initiative began in September 2010 when N85 became involved with the Garrett A. Morgan Technology & Transportation Education Program Grant. As part of […]
Diamond DA42 NG receives Transport Canada nod
Transport Canada has certified both regular and special mission versions of Diamond Aircraft’s DA42 NG, powered by Diamond’s proprietary Austro Engine AE300 jet-fuel piston diesel powerplant. “The Austro Engine-powered DA42 is a great performer and we have already produced new aircraft and completed many conversions to Austro power of the first generation Thielert powered DA42s […]