Since 2023, NASAO has offered its Airport Partner Program, designed to help airports “looking to enhance engagement with state government aviation agencies, stay apprised of the most current aviation issues, and access exclusive NASAO member resources.”
Banyan expands Pilatus maintenance
Banyan Air Service has added the PC-24 to its existing Pilatus Satellite Service Center, offering maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). It also has expanded its Pilatus PC-12 services to the newly established MRO facility at St. Augustine Airport (KSGJ) in North Florida.
Post-maintenance flight ends in bent plane
Being unable to steer the aircraft, the nose gear collided with the runway sign, which resulted in the nose gear retracting and the nose of the aircraft plowing into the grass.
Picture of the Day: 1940 Ryan flies again
Robert Devries submitted this photo and note: “This Ryan STM was a trainer in Java in 1940. Rescued from the jungle in the 1970, it is based at San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (KSBP) in California.”
Follow the facts on the transition to unleaded avgas
An EPA study did not in any way, shape, or form prove that leaded avgas is any kind of a health hazard. In fact, it did just the opposite.
Clear Lake Splash-In to highlight aviation career opportunities for young people
The 2025 Clear Lake Splash-In will feature an extensive lineup of activities and seminars designed for both seasoned seaplane pilots and aspiring young aviators. These include a variety of seaplane flying skill contests that highlight the expertise of participating pilots and provide viewers with insights into the art of flying seaplanes.
UND Aerospace partners with Vigilant on drone education, research, and training
As part of the one-year agreement, Vigilant will provide training for UND Aerospace students and faculty, with full integration of FlightHorizon into the program’s operations and research.
Hartzell debuts Carbon Voyager propellers
The new propellers have earned an STC for the Cessna Skywagon fleet.
Failure of engine-driven fuel pump leads to total loss of engine power
Probable Cause: The failure of the engine-driven fuel pump, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the failure of the fuel pump was an unknown non-ferrous metallic debris that was noted throughout the airplane’s fuel system.