Our friends at Bearhawk Aircraft tells us that the company’s kits are crossing oceans to new lands that have never seen a Bearhawk. Recently, the first four-place Bearhawk kit began its journey to a new home in New Zealand, while the company is preparing to ship a Quick Build Kit, plus a package of all […]
CVG prepares for NASCAR race
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is rolling out the red carpet for the anticipated 200-plus NASCAR private aircraft, and thousands of fans and friends expected to fly to CVG for the inaugural NASCAR race at the Kentucky Speedway in July. “This is an exciting event and a major economic win for CVG and the […]
DBQ gains popularity as cross-country fuel stop
Dubuque Jet Center at Iowa’s Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) has become a favorite fuel stop for cross-country flyers. FBO Supervisor Gordy Vetsch isn’t surprised at Dubuque’s growing popularity among pilots and flight departments. “First of all, we offer a great centralized location, convenient for travelers flying coast-to-coast,” said Vetsch. “We have two runways, each about […]
‘Blue Angels’ Mustang to be auctioned off at AirVenture
For the fourth straight year, the Ford Motor Co. has created an aviation-themed vehicle for auction to benefit the EAA Young Eagles program. The one-of-a-kind 2011 “Blue Angels” Mustang GT will go to the highest bidder at the Young Eagles Auction during EAA AirVenture 2011, which will be held July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport […]
Free Rocket Day at museum
The International Women’s Air & Space Museum is hosting a free Rocket Day Wednesday, July 13, at 1 pm. The Rocket Day program lasts approximately one hour and includes presentations on rockets by representatives from NASA Glenn Research Center and Alphaport, Inc. Participating children will build and launch their own film canister rocket. At the […]
Jeppesen teams with Garmin
Jeppesen and Garmin have teamed to provide Jeppesen’s NavData navigation information and charting services for the recently introduced Garmin GTN avionics systems. The new Garmin GTN avionics series supported by Jeppesen data is designed for the glass cockpit general aviation market. The new agreement supports four data bundle options and provides a single aircraft pricing […]
Pioneer Alaskan aviator releases book
“Winging It! Pioneer Alaskan Aviator” by Jack Jefford is the newest addition to the “Caribou Classics” series from Alaska Northwest Books. Jefford shares stories of his gripping rescues, white-knuckle crackups, and wild adventures that come from flying the not always friendly skies of Alaska. Arriving in the Territory of Alaska in 1937, he started flying […]
Improper equipment leads to in-flight fuel loss
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: Cessna 205. Injuries: 2 Minor. Location: Porterdale, Ga. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: On the day of the accident the pilot checked the […]
Quest’s Kodiak earns its wings
When an airplane is designed for a particular purpose and performs to expectations, it’s a wonderful thing. When that performance brings relief to people after a natural disaster, it’s even better. That about sums up the use of the Quest Kodiak in Haiti, says Paul Schaller, president and CEO of Quest Aircraft Co. “The Kodiak […]