The Maryland Airport Managers Association (MAMA), and Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) have partnered to launch “Explore Maryland by Air”— a program designed to give pilots incentives to fly to all of the state’s public use airports. The scheduled launch date is May 14 at Easton Airport (ESN) during the 16th Annual Maryland Regional Aviation Conference […]
Tuskegee Airmen subject of two novels
Thanks to reader John Bradberry, who told us about author John Gibson, who recently appeared at the Sulphur Springs Municipal Library to discuss his two novels, “A Sparrow Has Wings” and “Higher Heights.” The fictional accounts are historically correct, and deal with the historic Tuskegee Airman, according to the author, who told those attending his […]
Gulf Coast Avionics to distribute A/V-Ator HD camera system
Light Sport Group will partner with Gulf Coast Avionics to distribute its A/V-ator HD GPS aviation camera system at this year’s Sun ‘n Fun. “We are very excited about our partnership with Gulf Coast Avionics,” says Chris Esposito, co-owner of Light Sport Group. “With Gulf Coast’s reputation for providing unparalleled service as well as quality […]
Buzz job kills one
This March 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: Cessna 180. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Townsend, Mont. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The 20,0450-hour pilot, who held multi-engine, instrument and instructor ratings, […]
10 Mogas myths
There remains, however, some confusion about the pro and cons of using Mogas, something we hope to dispel.
Aviation consultant organizes Cirrus counter-offer
Within a week of publishing his industry analysis of China’s recent purchase of some US general aviation companies, consulting firm BRiFO President Brian Foley now finds himself charting a new and wholly different course of action on that topic: Trying to organize a counter-offer for Cirrus Aircraft to the recent bid by China Aviation Industry […]
Committee approves FAA extension
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today approved a short-term extension of FAA programs, making it the 18th short-term extension for FAA reauthorization since 2007. H.R. 1079, the “Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2011,” is a bipartisan bill to extend FAA funding and programs at current funding levels through May 31, […]
Why don’t we just close down all those little airports?
That’s the question posted — with a heavy dose of sarcasm — by Jolie Lucas in a blog at Forbes.com, in which she spells out the myriad reasons GA is vital to every community. Check it out here.
Counterfeit parts threaten aviation
The volume of counterfeit parts in the supply chain is increasing, necessitating that mitigation plans be developed and implemented, according to a new report by the Aerospace Industries Association. “The use of counterfeit parts in the aerospace industry may have life or death consequences,” said AIA President and CEO Marion Blakey. “Reducing their proliferation and […]