Strange as it seems with many millions jobless today, it wasn’t so long ago that theorists pondered what Americans would do with all their free time. The idea played its part in the 1970s transition of at least one pioneering GA brand from family ownership to conglomerate subsidiary. The ever-more-prosperous 1960s meant good times for […]
FAA extension proposed to clear way for long-term bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House of Representatives will consider a bill to add another short extension of FAA programs to provide time to continue negotiations for a long-term extension. This extension will be very short, only until Feb. 17. The bill was introduced Monday, Jan. 23. House Speaker John Boeher (R-Ohio) and Senator Harry Reid […]
Regional GA Awards winners named
The National General Aviation Awards Committee has revealed the names of this year’s regional General Aviation Awards winners. They are all finalists for the national awards. The mission of the General Aviation Awards program is to recognize individual aviation professionals on the local, regional, and national levels for their contributions to aviation, education, and flight […]
Sebring LSA Expo breaks records
The U.S. Sport Aviation Expo, held in Sebring, Florida, Jan. 19-22, posted record-breaking attendance this year. According to Bert Simpson, FAA Staff Manager, North Florida District, “There were a total of 3,434 flight operations during the four-day event with Saturday being the biggest at 1,256. The busiest hours were Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 […]
Embry-Riddle offers short courses in aviation safety
The Professional Programs Office of the College of Aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will host several five-day Center for Aerospace Safety/Security Education (CASE) short courses that combine information on safety, security, human factors and aircraft accident investigation. Participants may elect to take courses independently or to complete the three courses marked with an asterisk to […]
Sporty’s publishes ‘Then and Now: How Airplanes Got This Way’
Sporty’s has published aviation historian Phil Scott’s latest book, “Then and Now: How Airplanes Got This Way,” which explores how airplanes evolved into the form and silhouette we see today. It is a light-hearted look at the people and events that shaped today’s general aviation airplane, company officials said. “Ever wonder why an airplane can […]
Air Zoo to offer open cockpits all month long
“Look but don’t touch” is usually the mantra of museums, but not at the Air Zoo. During the whole month of February, visitors will be able to experience aircraft from a different point of view — the cockpit. Visitors will have the chance to climb into the cockpits of three planes — the AT-6 Texan, […]
Ramirez joins Landmark Aviation
Norman Ramirez has joined Landmark Aviation as General Manager of its Oakland International Airport (OAK) location. Ramirez has worked in the aviation industry for over 15 years. Prior to taking on the role of General Manager at OAK, he worked with Signature Flight Support, Atlantic Aviation and American Airlines. Familiar with the San Francisco Bay […]
Flight review ends in double fatality
This January 2010 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: RV-8. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: Sequim, Wash. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The purpose of the flight was to complete a flight review […]