New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has declared May 2011 General Aviation Appreciation Month in the state. “Governor Christie’s proclamation focuses on the value of all general aviation, including business aviation, to New Jersey’s companies, communities and economy,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “We appreciate his recognize of this vibrant industry in the Garden […]
Aircraft Spruce adds Cozy builder support team
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co, which has owned the design rights to Nat Puffer’s Cozy Mark IV homebuilt aircraft since 2004, recently contracted with Marc Zeitlin, an experienced builder, to provide technical builder support to Cozy builder. Builders can contact Marc by email at [email protected] or by phone at 978-502-5251. In addition, Aircraft Spruce has […]
Bogert cable kits for more aircraft
A new FAA/PMA adds more aircraft models to Bogert Aviation’s line of Low-Loss Copper Cable Kits, which improve hot and cold starting performance and eliminate most voltage drop between battery and starter, according to company officials. Since 1986 Bogert Aviation has manufactured FAA/PMA solutions for aircraft electrical and start-up problems. Low-Loss Copper Cable Kits solve […]
Rehab for pilots
A pilot has opened an ultra-private rehabilitation facility called Journey Malibu for pilots dealing with alcoholism and addiction. Among mental health issues for pilots, the most common problem is alcoholism, according to the center’s officials, which notes that any pilot who gets caught with alcohol in their system may see their entire career end on […]
ATP Oral Exam Guide updated
ASA’s Airline Transport Pilot Oral Exam Guide by Michael Hayes has been updated to reflect the latest regulations and procedures, including the proposed new regulations dealing with crew fatigue (Part 117). This study guide helps applicants prepare for the checkride by listing the most frequently asked questions by FAA examiners during the oral portion of […]
Interference with rudder pedal compromises landing
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: Piper Cherokee. Injuries: None. Location: Caldwell, N.J. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: During the approach the airplane drifted to the left side of […]
Selling the best airport in the world
Jamie Beckett is a CFI and A&P mechanic who stepped into the political arena in an effort to promote and protect GA at his local airport. He is also a founding partner and regular contributor to FlightMonkeys.com. As the introduction to this column stipulates, I’m a CFI and an A&P. But an increasingly larger portion […]
Warbirds, airshows and autogas
The GAfuels Blog is written by two private pilots concerned about the future availability of fuels for piston-engine aircraft: Dean Billing, Sisters, Ore., an expert on autogas and ethanol, and Kent Misegades, Cary, N.C., an aerospace engineer, aviation sales rep for U-Fuel, and president of EAA1114. Few aspects of an aviation event attract greater crowds […]
Backup plan for FAA reauthorization introduced
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan committee in the House introduced a bill to again provide a short-term extension for the FAA if agreement cannot be reached for a long-term reauthorization before the present funding program expires May 31. If needed, this would be the 19th short-term extension and carry the FAA through to June 30. […]