The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed an FAA reauthorization bill on Wednesday, which would nearly eliminate subsidized air service for 155 rural communities across the U.S., though some services in Alaska would continue, according to an Associated Press story. Why should GA care? Funds for the essential air service program go to small airports […]
BTV named gateway airport
Burlington International Airport (BTV) in Vermont has been named one of 32 TSA-designated Gateway Airports in the United States, while Heritage Aviation received DCA approval as a charter operator and FBO. These combined approvals mean pilots and passengers can now fly directly to Washington D.C.’s Ronald Reagan Airport from Burlington International Airport. “We’ve been eagerly […]
Blue Angels to perform at Sun ‘n Fun
The United States Navy’s Blue Angels military jet demonstration team will be the featured air show performers at this year’s Sun ’n Fun International Fly-In & Expo, which will be held March 29-April 3 on its campus at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (LAL) in Lakeland, Florida. “Sun ’n Fun is honored and excited to host […]
FAA gives nod to new Taylorcraft parts
Aero Fabricators, the manufacturing division of The Wag-Aero Group, now has FAA approvals to manufacture two new Taylocraft parts, including a new right hand Elevator DA420 for the Taylorcraft BC12D aircraft (a direct replacement for OEM P/N D-A420) and Rudder DA410 for the Taylorcraft BC12D aircraft, a direct replacement for OEM P/N D-A410. Both are […]
Victor Aviation tapped as preferred provider for Pinnacle Air Network
Victor Aviation Service, Inc. in Palo Alto, Calif., has been chosen as a preferred Teledyne Continental Motors and Lycoming Engine overhaul provider for Pinnacle Air Network. Pinnacle Air Network represents North America’s most respected names in aircraft sales, suppliers and customer service, according to company officials. The Pinnacle group includes facilities in Canada, Mexico and […]
Southeast Aviation Show slated
On Oct. 29, the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) will host the Southeast Aviation Show, sponsored by the South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA). The event will showcase the latest aviation products, a static aircraft display and educational sessions. The event is open to the public for a $5 admission fee. Companies that sell aviation related products […]
Precautionary landing goes bad
This February 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: 1 Fatal, 1 Serious. Location: Ridgeland, S.C. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: When the airplane was 500 feet in the […]
A new perspective on an old problem
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. We’ve seen it in Santa Monica, Calif., where the city has gone to war with the airport over noise emanating from turbine-powered aircraft. We’ve seen it at Buffalo-Lancaster Regional, […]
Proposed budget could ‘devastate’ National Weather Service’s forecasts
As hurricane and tornado seasons approach, funding for the National Weather Service will be nearly 30% less than the first half of 2011, if the Continuing Resolution proposed by the House majority is enacted, according to officials with the agency, which provides weather forecasting for aviation. Congress’s move will necessitate work furloughs and force rolling […]