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High Roller
The paint scheme of a homebuilt airplane is limited only by the imagination of the designer and the skill of the artist. When Mike Quatacker of Porterville, Calif., chose the design for his RV-8, he worked outside the limits of imagination — then artist Augie Cervantes took airbrush in hand and took the design from […]
What kind of pilot are you?
I’ve observed aviation for more years than I’m comfortable admitting. I’ve talked to a ton of pilots (one of the great joys of my life is to have met so many fine folks). Over those years, I’ve distilled the kind of pilots we are to “one or the other.” Yes, just that simple: This kind […]
Seaplane Pilots Association names executive director
The Seaplane Pilots Association, a non-profit organization based in Lakeland, Florida, has concluded an exhaustive search for a new executive director to replace Dr. James McManus, who recently stepped down from the position, with the appointment of Steve McCaughey to the position. McCaughey is an outgoing, enthusiastic, and highly charismatic individual who has his sights […]
20th extension to FAA reauthorization approved
Sending a signal that negotiations for a multiyear deal is near, Congress again approved an extension of the existing FAA reauthorization bill, but just for another three weeks, according to a story in The Commercial Appeal of Memphis. It is the 20th extension of the FAA bill that expired in 2007. Read the full report […]
You can still block your N-Number — maybe
The FAA has issued a Q&A document to help explain which airplane owners can continue to block display of their flights after the Blocked Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program ends later this year, according to a report by Mac McClellan at EAA.org. Only those who are able to “certify” that a “Valid Security Concern” exists […]
Piper assists AirNav in launch of FBO app
Piper Aircraft is sponsoring the launch of AirNav.com’s new app for iTouch, iPhone and iPads. The first 2,000 subscribers will have the option to receive an annual $4.99 subscription to the application for free when they complete a brief online survey from Piper Aircraft. To subscribe to the new application, go to AirNav.com, click on […]
DOT grants Terrafugia exemption requests
Woburn, MA — Terrafugia has received a grant of all of the special exemptions it had requested for the Transition from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Transition is the first combined flying-driving vehicle to receive such special consideration. These exemptions pave the way for Terrafugia to begin deliveries once Terrafugia’s rigorous Transition […]
RANS re-releases classic instructional video
RANS Designs Inc. has re-released its classic instructional video on how to clear coat on Dacron aircraft covering. Many ultralight aircraft use a per-sewn Dacron sailcloth for covering material. Overexposure to sunlight will diminish the strength of the Dacron. Clear coating with a good quality urethane is highly recommended for both longer life and improved […]