Jack Pelton’s departure as Cessna’s chairman, CEO and president comes during one of the most challenging times in the company’s history, according to a story in the Wichita Eagle, which quotes the head of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, Pete Bunce: “Jack has been a tireless industry leader, and we owe him a huge debt […]
Michelin inks deal with Rob Holland
Michelin Aircraft Tires has signed a sponsorship agreement with aerobatics expert pilot Rob Holland. Holland, the 2008 World Advanced Aerobatic Champion, will feature Michelin Air tires on his plane at the 2011 World Aerobatics Championships, as well as showcase his plane for Michelin at a number of air shows in 2011. “Rob is known across […]
Flying the Cessna Skycatcher
John and Martha King of King Schools have released a new course titled “Flying the Cessna Skycatcher.” The course demonstrates all the basic maneuvers in the Skycatcher and is designed for pilots transitioning to the Cessna Skycatcher or for those just interested in knowing what flying the Cessna Skycatcher would be like, the Kings said, […]
Piper delivers Warriors to college
Piper Aircraft Inc. recently delivered two new Piper Warrior aircraft to Farmingdale State College, Farmingdale, New York. In addition, the college which is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, plans to purchase a new Piper Arrow. The nearly $1 million purchase of the three aircraft will expand Farmingdale’s learning fleet to […]
CAF’s Red, White & Loud to take part in AirVenture
The world’s only flight-worthy Boeing B-29 Superfortress FIFI, and country music star/pilot Aaron Tippin will take the CAF’s Red, White & Loud Tour to the “World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration,” EAA AirVenture July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “We are thrilled to bring the CAF’s ‘Red, White & Loud Tour’ to EAA AirVenture. Country […]
Wathen Foundation receives $541,000
The Thomas W. Wathen Foundation has received three donations, totaling $541,000. The gifts, in amounts of $1,000, $40,000 and $500,000, were made to sustain existing programs and help launch a number of new programs that will provide educational and training experiences while advancing the cause of general aviation. “The foundation is extremely grateful for the […]
Deadline looms for camp
The Vintage Flying Museum in Fort Worth will partner with the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals and the FAA to host an Aviation Career Education (ACE) Camp, June 7-11. The tuition-free week-long summer camp, for students between the ages of 14 and 18, explores careers in aviation and actual hands-on flying in aircraft provided by […]
Parts Finder app release
KRN Aviation Services has released a free General Aviation Parts Finder & RFQ Mobile App. The free downloadable Parts Search & RFQ App for any mobile device is available at KRN.com. Apps are also now available for download through Apple’s App Store and the Android Market.
Belite debuts air computer
Belite Aircraft has developed an air computer that makes the introduction of new digital instrumentation accessible to experimental and homebuilt aircraft, according to company officials, who say the air computer provides critical flight information to the pilot in a very small design. Also, Belite’s instrumentation now features dual functionalities on the same instrument. Examples include […]