Embry-Riddle President & CEO Dr. John Johnson shared stories of the success of Embry-Riddle students, as well as voiced concern about several industry issues, including the need for more pilots and more safe and secure airspace, at Tuesday’s Wichita Aero Club meeting. With two residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Fla., and Prescott, Ariz., Embry-Riddle has […]
New tie-down kits at Aircraft Spruce
Aircraft Spruce now stocks new tie-down kits. The spiral anchors are lightweight and versatile, company officials said, noting the folding ring reduces profile to minimize obstruction in high traffic areas. Bright orange color powder coating resists corrosion and helps provide added visibility. These tie-downs are manufactured from strong, durable cold rolled steel. The spear end […]
Hartzell introduces Top Prop conversion for Cessna 182
Hartzell Propeller Inc. has received an FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for a 3-bladed propeller conversion kit for the Cessna 182 through 182R series and the Reims, France-built F182Q & R (1956 – 1986). The conversion kit provides Cessna 182s with improved performance, appearance, and decreased noise signatures, according to company officials. The new Hartzell […]
Quest expands sales and service networks
Quest Aircraft Co. has expanded its global sales network. Agreements have been reached with representatives in Africa, the Caribbean, India, the Middle East, South America, and the U.S. Company officials said they are currently working on additional agreements in Australia, Brazil, Europe, Mexico, the Pacific Rim, and the U.S. to highlight a few key areas. […]
Pilot Speech Recognition System available for GNS430W/530W
VoiceFlight Systems has received an amended Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) that expands the applicability of its VFS101 pilot speech recognition system to include the popular WAAS enabled GNS430W and GNS530W navigation units. The enhanced VFS101 allows pilots to directly enter and edit the active flight plan on GNS430W/530W GPS units. New to the VFS101 is […]
Tailwheel airplane challenges pilot
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: Aeronca 7AC. Injuries: None. Location: Finleyville, Pa. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was practicing takeoffs and landings in the tailwheel-equipped airplane […]
21…and counting?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the latest temporary funding of the FAA, reauthorization has reached adulthood — that is, temporary approvals are now at 21. The FAA hasn’t had a full authorization vote since 2003. On 21 occasions, the Senate and House have not been able to agree. They have until Sept. 16 to finally agree […]
Ugly ducklings
Aviator opinion is widespread about CH 701 and CH 750 being ugly ducklings. Fortunately, plenty of pilots don’t care about looks so long as an airplane flies well (750 does!) and for some the, ahem… distinctive look of 750 is a thing of pride. Think Hummer or the old Volkswagen Thing. Indeed, Zenith Aircraft Company […]
FAA adopts changes to new IA policy
The FAA has issued its final revised inspection authority (IA) renewal policy, which included a broader interpretation of “actively engaged” than the agency originally proposed in 2010. EAA, the Vintage Aircraft Association, and Warbirds of America opposed the original proposed definition because it threatened the renewal of valued part-time IAs, so the groups provided suggested […]