Scheyden Precision Eyewear is debuting the company’s Albatross and Mustang models at the 2011 EAA AirVenture, going on now at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Co-designed by company founder Jeff Herold and eyewear industry veteran Patrick Hussey, the Albatross and Mustang styles are priced $299 to $329. Albatross’ aviator-like frames are ideal for nearly […]
Stinson loses power after takeoff
This July 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: Stinson 108. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Gardner, Kan. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot, the airplane had just taken off […]
Flying for the Cure
Now that Stephan Armstrong and his son, Charlie, have finished building their RV-8, they are preparing for the trip of a lifetime. The team, from Julian, Calif., plan to launch on an around-the-world flight next year as a way to raise awareness about childhood cancers. It’s a flight that’s been in the making for a […]
Will Congressional shoot out cause FAA shutdown?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Will the U.S. Senate or House of Representatives blink before midnight Friday so another temporary extension can be passed and prevent a closing of the FAA over lack of funding? That’s the question many in all phases of aviation are asking here as the deadline for the end of the 20th temporary […]
Summertime…and the flying is easy
Summer is here, the rainy season is history in most parts of the country, and the flying is easy and fun. While aircraft used in transport have to soldier on through winter’s cold and other inclement weather, sport or recreational flying is done when it’s fun… naturally. And, of course, summer means EAA AirVenture Oshkosh […]
User fee threat — again
A new video blog posted at AOPA.org features AOPA President Craig Fuller warning pilots that user fees may sneak in the “back door” during the contentious budget debates going on in Washington, D.C. The video, which is less than 4 minutes long, is a call to action for pilots to contact their elected officials, but […]
Pair of newsletters posted online
The Montana Department of Transportation – Aeronautics Division has posted the July 2011 edition of Montana and The Sky for download. The California Pilots Association has made its July/August 2011 edition of Airport Advocate available.
Plane Janes calendar debuts
Last year, the Antique Airplane Club released its “Pilots Without Pants” calendar. How do you follow that? This year’s calendar features 13 of “New York’s most beautiful women next to the country’s rarest antique airplanes.” in its 2012 Plain Janes calendar. The proceeds from the sales of the calendar help preserve antique aviation in New […]
Blackhawk Modifications earns FAA certification for Cessna Caravan upgrade
The FAA has awarded an STC to Blackhawk Modifications for its XP42A Upgrade for the Cessna Caravan 208B. “This is the ultimate win-win opportunity,” said Jim Allmon, president and CEO. “This upgrade can pay for itself through increased revenue generation and reduced operating costs. Caravan operators will now have the power they need to take […]