Headset manufacturer Lightspeed Aviation has become the first corporate member of the IMC Club and sponsor of the IMC Club’s upcoming membership drive. In becoming a corporate member, Lightspeed Aviation is also donating a Zulu headset, which will be used as a prize during the upcoming membership drive, club officials said. “I am absolutely thrilled […]
WAC Golf Classic slated
The Wichita Aero Club will host its second annual Golf Classic, held again in conjunction with the PGA Nationwide Tour Preferred Health Systems Wichita Open. This year’s tournament includes longest putt and closest-to-the-pin contests and a chance to win a new car. The Wichita Aero Club Golf Classic gives you the opportunity to play on […]
St. Augustine Air Show returns
After a five-year hiatus, the St. Augustine Air Show returns to the Northeast Florida Regional Airport Memorial Day Weekend, May 28 – 29, with a special salute to veterans. Proceeds from this year’s air show benefit United Way of St. Johns County, the Wounded Warrior Project, the Special Operations Warrior Foundation and Naval Special Warfare […]
New Android apps for test prep on the go
ASA has expanded its suite of mobile aviation applications with the release of 11 Android Prepware apps. The new Android Prepware apps include study material for the FAA Knowledge Exams, and test tools to help you prepare on the go, according to company officials. Apps are available for Sport Pilot, Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial […]
A first for FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is the first company to receive a Dassault Authorized Training Provider Certificate. The new Dassault Authorized Training Provider program is designed to ensure that Falcon Jet operators from around the world receive training in accordance with the Falcon Training Policy Manual, according to company officials. “FlightSafety has always demonstrated the highest standards for […]
Million Air SLC CEO finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year
Million Air – Salt Lake City’s President and CEO William Haberstock has been selected as one of 25 finalists for the annual Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award for the Utah Region. Nominations were taken from across Utah, with the finalists selected by an independent panel of judges made up of regional business, […]
Steve Bates appointed Emery Air CEO
Steve Bates has been appointed CEO of Emery Air, tasked with leading the existing senior management team to expand Emery’s FBO, maintenance, repair and overhaul business at the Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD). Bates has served nearly 35 years in various senior management capacities with Midcoast/Jet Aviation in St. Louis. Through the years he has held […]
Poor preflight stings pilot
This May 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: Fly Baby. Injuries: 1 Serious. Location: Keller, Texas. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The private pilot said the airplane had not been flown […]
The wind beneath his wings
Through most of my married life, which has been most of my life really, my Old Man has been the backbone of this family. Sure, I often have to be the navigator, gently — and sometimes not so gently — guiding us in the proper direction, but once on course, his strength and determination sees […]