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. If you want to make headway in the realm of politics, you need to have advocates working on […]
Cessna takes 30 orders at Sun ’n Fun
Cessna Aircraft Co. reported that it secured orders for 30 aircraft at the Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In & Expo that concluded Sunday in Lakeland, Fla. “The opening days of Sun ‘n Fun were very positive, and while the storm on Thursday interrupted that mood somewhat, the exhibitors and the crowds bounced back to finish […]
FAA reauthorization bill includes amendment to help equip for NextGen
The FAA Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2011, passed in the U.S. House of Representatives April 1, included an amendment authorizing a public-private partnership approach to accelerating NextGen equipage for general aviation and airlines. The NextGen Equipage Fund will bring substantial private-sector capital to overcome the investment barriers that have prevented many air carriers and […]
MAF shuttling vaccine, humanitarian workers to combat Congo measles epidemic
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is airlifting emergency immunizations and humanitarian health workers into remote areas of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to fight a measles epidemic sweeping this embattled African nation. With logistical support of MAF, a faith-based, nonprofit ministry that brings aid and assistance to needy people in remote places around the world, […]
First Aviation Green Alliance founding member
Hawker Beechcraft Corp. has become the Lindbergh Foundation’s first Aviation Green Alliance founding member. Recognizing that the aviation industry, including corporate operators and individuals, has come under intense pressure to address aviation emissions, noise, efficiency and other environmental concerns, the Lindbergh Foundation launched the Aviation Green Alliance on Feb. 3, to support those who are […]
Doolittle granddaughter to speak at Fantasy of Flight
POLK CITY, Fla. – On April 15 and 16, visitors to Fantasy of Flight will have the opportunity to hear from a direct descendant of one of history’s most famous aviators and war heroes, General Jimmy Doolittle of the renowned “Doolittle Raiders.” Doolittle’s granddaughter, Jonna Doolittle Hoppes, author of “Calculated Risk: The Extraordinary Life of […]
Find fuel leaks with new lamp
Westbury, New York — The MLK-35A MAXIMA from Spectroline detects the smallest fluid leaks. The UV lamp is bright enough to use in direct sunlight, making it ideal for outdoor inspections on tarmacs and in open hangars. The lamp kit includes an 8 ozbottle of universal fluorescent dye, which locates all leaks in aircraft fuel […]
Improper pedal installation leads to crash
This April 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: Champion 7HC. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Centre, Ala. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: According to witnesses, the airplane lifted off and reached an […]
The busiest airport in the world — at least for a week
From new FBO to a solar farm, the future looks bright for LAL Lakeland Linder Regional Airport is the busiest airport in the world — at least for the week of Sun ’n Fun. But there’s a lot of activity going on at the airport all year round. The airport opened a new FBO building […]