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 […]
Beringer introduces nosewheel for RV-10
Beringer Wheels & Brakes has introduced a new nosewheel and axle kit for the Van’s RV-10. The new nosewheel kit includes the lightweight Beringer wheel and a mounted tubeless tire, plus a one-piece thru-axle and associated parts and hardware necessary for the installation. Builders have long battled the setup of the nose wheel, which, in […]
Cessna launches mobile version of customer service website
Cessna Aircraft Co. has launched a new mobile version of its Citation Customer Service website. Customers can go to Cessna.mobi on their smartphones, iPads or tablets to access contact points for technical information, Cessna Service Parts & Programs, Citation Service Centers, field service reps, customer care, authorized service facilities and the Customer Service leadership team. […]
Landmark Aviation begins operations at MIA
Landmark Aviation, which earlier this year was awarded a 10-year lease to be the new FBO services provider at Miami International Airport MIA, began operations earlier this month. “We have been looking forward to being a part of the Miami International Airport and Miami-Dade County community,” said Dan Bucaro, President & CEO of Landmark Aviation. […]
CFIT for Piper pilot
This June 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: Piper Malibu Mirage. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: St. George, Utah. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: According to an electronic log in the airplane, […]
Advice on choosing an airpark
By BILL WALKER An airpark developer who makes presentations annually at Sun ’n Fun and Oshkosh says potential airpark residents need to do a better job of asking questions and evaluating the merits of flying-oriented communities before buying a lot or a home and hangar. Ron Heidebrink, who said his Hardee Airpark near Myrtle Beach, […]
Obama’s remarks irk GA groups
In a press conference Wednesday, June 28, President Obama lashed out at “corporate jets” three times in his opening remarks on wanting to increase revenue, citing tax policies on general aviation airplanes as one place to act. GA groups quickly lashed back. “The president has inexplicably chosen to vilify and mischaracterize business aviation — an […]
Air Race Classic update: Our team makes the finish line
GAN contributing writer Amelia Reiheld participated in the Air Race Classic with partner Linda Keller. Here’s their latest blog post: It wasn’t a flawless race, it wasn’t without its challenges, but we got here to Mobile, safe and sound, and even though we weren’t able to leave Borger, Texas, until noon, we crossed the finish […]