The Malibu Mirage Owners & Pilots Association (MMOPA) has slated its 21st annual Fly-In Convention Sept. 14-18 at The Homestead, an historic resort dating back to 1766, in Hot Springs, Virginia (KHSP). The convention is open to all – MMOPA members and non-members alike. The MMOPA Convention has a long legacy of providing operators of […]
Aviation Docs for iPad debuts
Just released is Aviation Docs, a suite of tools and services offered by On-Board Data Systems (OBDS), leveraging advanced cloud technology to provide delivery of documents to Apple iPads and traditional Windows-based EFBs. The software is intuitive and adapts to the requirements of fleet management, according to company officials. Fleet managers, jet librarians and flight […]
New PMA Electrical Brush for DHC-8 and ATR42/72
Seginus Inc, a manufacturer of FAA PMA replacement aircraft parts, has received PMA approval for its latest part: a replacement electrical contact carbon brush for the propeller deice brush block. The deice brush block assembly part number 786289-6 is made by Hamilton Sundstand. This new PMA brush is eligible for installation on the following aircraft […]
A body defeated; a mind determined
Pilot recounts a paralyzing plane crash and his will to live in new memoir The will to live takes on an entire new meaning when it comes to pilot Dave McKenzie. Not only did he have to fight for his life, but he fought to live the life he wanted. Few people have fought a […]
Fairing falls off Cessna
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 140. Injuries: None. Location: St. Louis. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The accident occurred during the second flight after the airplane had […]
It’s more than just an image problem
Imagine that you and your significant other go shopping in a pricey store that’s known for its exclusive clientèle. Think Rodeo Drive, maybe. Walking through the door is a little exciting, if not slightly intimidating, but you make it past security and find yourself on the inside. It isn’t long before you realize that you’re […]
LightSquared vs. GPS
Testing has shown that a proposed national wireless broadband network system could negatively impact some GPS systems, or worse, according to a report at AVweb, while a report at AOPA.org notes that a special advisory committee will issue a report that validates the aviation community’s concerns about threats to GPS by LightSquared’s new network, saying […]
Pilots contribute to ‘It gets better’ campaign
Celebrities, organizations, and politicians from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to President Obama have contributed a video message to the “It Gets Better” campaign to help combat bullying and prevent gay teen suicides and give young people hope. The National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA) representing airline, commercial and private pilots all over the world, have […]
Twin Commander University #10
A six-hour class on airborne weather radar theory and tactics. A two-hour session on using Nexrad data-link weather to better advantage. Ninety minutes on GPS tips and tricks. Two hours of operational insight on the Honeywell TPE331 engine. An hour-long panel session featuring flying tips from experienced pilots. A tax consultant’s take on the state […]