A documentary, “Volantor,” about Dr. Paul Moller’s 45-year journey to bring his M-400 Volantor, dubbed the “Skycar” by the press, to the market is now in production. USC School of Cinematic Arts graduates Scott Hardie and Konstantin Brazhnik are in pre-production for the documentary film, leading up to Moller’s upcoming flight tests in October. “Our […]
Fly High Lexington celebrates first anniversary
Aug. 1 marked the first anniversary of Fly High Lexington at the Davidson County Airport (EXX) in Lexington, N.C. The past year has seen an increase in fuel sales of 48% at the airport compared to the previous year. “We knew coming in that the airport had potential for growth and we are excited to […]
WAI: ‘Bring your daughter’ to conference
This year’s International Women in Aviation Conference, scheduled for March 8-10, 2012, in Dallas, will include a day-long program called “Bring Your Daughter to the Conference Day,” with the mission of providing a forum to introduce girls from ages 10 to 18 to the aviation community with an emphasis on career opportunities. “Bring Your Daughter […]
New book on owner maintenance released
Alpha Zulu has released a new book, “Owner Assisted Aircraft Maintenance.” “Aircraft owners are seeking ways to learn more about their machines, improve the quality of maintenance, and reduce maintenance costs, which led to the creation of this book,” said author Daniel MacDonald, a pilot, flight instructor, and former flight school owner. “Summarizing three decades […]
FlyPMA.com transitions to subscriber-based service
FlyPMA.com, an independent organization that provides a user-friendly search platform of corrected PMA part information, has expanded its offerings, while at the same time transitioning to a subscriber-based service. In a statement sent out to users, officials said: “In an effort to expand our PMA database, FlyPMA has been integrating industry submitted PMA data that […]
CFIT kills 182 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: Cessna 182. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Napa, Calif. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot, who held a commercial license with an instrument […]
A great GA destination
EAA 551’s Mark Priglmeier, who may be GA’s best ambassador, recently sent us a note, telling us of a wonderful aviation experience that started, unhappily enough, with a mechanical issue: “Alright all you aviation buffs, what are some things we look for when we fly somewhere? Convenient lodging, dining, attractions, and shopping top my list. […]
SAIB: Goodyear Aviation tires
The FAA has issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) alerting pilots and aircraft manufacturers of possible inner tube failures made from butyl rubber by Goodyear Aviation Tires. According to the FAA, there have been several reports of Goodyear inner tube failures during cold weather operations. The failures were reported following short flights or following […]
Museum sponsors Wings of Freedom Tour
MAPS Air Museum in North Canton, Ohio, will sponsor the Collings Foundation‘s “Wings of Freedom Tour” Friday, Aug. 12, through Monday, Aug. 15. The foundation will fly its B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and P-51 Mustang to the museum. Arrival is set for 2 p.m. Friday afternoon, with departure slated for noon on Monday. A […]