Grand opening of ‘green’ terminal slated
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson will host the grand opening of Michigan’s first “green” terminal at Oakland County International Airport (PTK) Tuesday, Aug. 23. The airport’s new terminal features “green” technology such as wind and solar energy, geothermal heating and cooling, LED and fluorescent lighting, advanced insulation, electric car charging stations, and a living […]
ISM control tower hits milestone
The air traffic control tower at Florida’s Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) recently completed its two millionth error-free operation since opening in 1997. To commemorate the occasion, the City of Kissimmee Commission will designate July 2 as “Kissimmee Air Traffic Tower Day,” airport officials said. “The professionalism and outstanding customer service of our tower staff is […]
StandardAero plans improvements to Augusta facility
StandardAero Business Aviation has signed a new 10-year lease on its Augusta, Ga., facility. The lease ensures StandardAero’s continued occupancy and includes an additional 10-year option, company officials said. StandardAero, formerly known as Garrett Aviation Services, has been the facility’s tenant since 1974. StandardAero Augusta also is installing new hangar ventilation systems and is painting […]
Jet Aviation names new GM for CPS
Jet Aviation has appointed Charles F. Krugh as the new senior vice president and general manager at Jet Aviation St. Louis. He will be responsible for the company’s completions and maintenance business at the facility. Krugh joins Jet Aviation St. Louis from Bombardier Aerospace, where he most recently served as general manager of the Wichita […]
Non-airworthy airplane, non-qualified pilot bad combo
This August 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: Beech 18. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: Eden Prairie, Minn. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot purchased the airplane approximately one year prior […]
First flight: Taurus G4
The four-seat electric Taurus G4 had its maiden flight at Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) in Oshkosh Aug. 12. The aircraft was developed specifically to compete at the next NASA challenge, called CAFE Green Flight Challenge 2011. This year, the competition prize pool amounts to $1.65 million. The aircraft was first presented to the public at […]
Air race challenge: TBM 850 vs. P-51
DAHER-SOCATA has posted video highlights of the air race challenge between its TBM 850 and a World War II P-51 Mustang fighter, which occurred during this summer’s AirVenture in Oshkosh. The race was held July 29 as part of the company’s celebration marking 100 years of continuous manufacturing by the company and its predecessors. Video […]
Bidding begins in AOPA auction
With items ranging from flight bags and iPads to experiences like flying with Harrison Ford or aerobatic legend Sean D. Tucker, bidding opened Aug. 11 for the AOPA Foundation’s second annual Night For Flight online auction. The auction will culminate with the Night For Flight gala at the AOPA Aviation Summit in Hartford, Conn., on […]