Given the option of taking the pessimistic view or the optimistic view, I’ll more often than not take the brighter alternative. I prefer to believe that one person who is willing to put in significant effort can make a difference. There are plenty of examples of this phenomenon in our history, and I will refrain […]
FAA committee tasked with modernizing rules
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The FAA has formed a Part 23 Reorganization Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC), tasked with modernizing the design and manufacturing rules for entry-level, certified airplanes. The streamlined regulations are expected to ultimately result in lower costs for entry-level, certified airplanes and growth opportunities for the existing Special Light Sport Aircraft (S-LSA) manufacturers, while […]
Meet the Plane Janes
The folks at the Antique Airplane Club of Greater New York must be a hoot to hang out with, if their videos on YouTube are any indication. Every year, the club produces a fundraising calendar and, while last year’s “Pilots Without Pants” was a hit, club members decided that to be fair the calendar should […]
Three dead in weekend air show accidents
It was a tragic weekend for air shows as three fatal accidents occurred, killing a wingwalker and solo aerobatics performer in the U.S. and a member of the Royal Air Force’s Red Arrows at a show in England, according to an AVweb report.
‘General Aviation Month’ proclaimed in Virginia
Virginia Governor Robert McDonnell has proclaimed August “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” General aviation generates $728 million in economic impact annually, and supports 5,155 jobs, in the Old Dominion State. Selena Shilad, executive director of the Alliance for Aviation Across America, said, “Governor McDonnell understands the essential role that general aviation plays in the economy of […]
Flight school accreditation program launches
The Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) has launched its flight school accreditation program. The purpose of flight school accreditation is to maintain the highest standard for flight schools with respect to industry business practices and professionalism, according to officials. “For the first time in the history of flight training, flight schools will be […]
Firms partner to finance fuel systems
U-Fuel, a supplier of fuel stations to the aviation industry and sponsor of the Aviation Fuel Club, has partnered with American Equipment Finance (AEF) to offer financing options to its clients. The AEF’s Paul Hagner, who has 20 years of experience working with the petroleum equipment industry, describes his company’s offerings to airports, FBOs, flight […]
Aircraft Spruce offers online avionics shopping tools
Need help choosing your new avionics? Aircraft Spruce now offers shopping tools to simply your avionics ordering process, including the Aircraft Spruce Avionics Panel Builder, Headset Selector, Avionics Buyer’s Guide, shopping lists features, and more. The Aircraft Spruce and Specialty Panel Builder allows you to plan your panel without having to search all over the […]
West Star names new director of Bombardier programs
West Star Aviation recently named George Laiten director of Bombardier programs. He will join the West Star Aviation team in East Alton, Ill., in support of Challenger and Global series aircraft maintenance, avionics interior, paint service and support. Laiten has an extensive background as both a maintenance technician with KC Aviation and as Senior Manager […]