U.S. Rep. John L. Mica (R-Fla.), chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, has named Thomas Petri (R-Wis.) chairman of the House Subcommittee on Aviation. Vice Chair is Chip Cravaack (R-Minn.) “The message from the voters in November was clear. The committee must find ways to create jobs, cut waste in government, and do […]
U-Fuel launches Aviation Fuel Club
U-Fuel of Eau Claire, Wis., a pioneer in self-service fuel stations, has established the Aviation Fuel Club. With roots in founder Mike Webb’s FBO of the 1980s, Oshkosh Aero, the Aviation Fuel Club (AFC), a non-profit organization registered in Wisconsin, seeks to reduce the cost of flying by providing safe, environmentally-friendly fuel and facilities for […]
Circumnavigate South America
Air Journey, a Florida-based company that orchestrates aviation adventures, is preparing to launch a special excursion to circumnavigate the South America continent. The group of private airplanes will take off from Palm Beach, Florida, Feb. 27 and return to the U.S. April 3, 36 days and 13, 600nm later. “This turns out to be one […]
Piper appoints vp-engineering
Piper Aircraft Inc. has named Michael Hinderberger as vice president of engineering, responsible for all Piper engineering and new product development activities. “We welcome Michael Hinderberger to the Piper senior leadership team,” said Piper CEO Geoffrey Berger. “Mike’s experience in the management of aircraft certification programs, production implementation and customer service will serve him and […]
Night air show returns to Oshkosh
The Night Air Show and Fireworks with the “Wall of Fire” will return on Saturday, July 30, to light up the sky on the final evening at EAA AirVenture 2011, slated for July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The inaugural Night Air Show at EAA AirVenture 2010 drew tens of thousands to the […]
Wicks now sells ice protection fluid
Wicks Aircraft Supply is now selling in-flight ice protection fluid by Kilfrost. The TKS ice protection system protects aircraft from in-flight icing by pumping chemical through porous metal structures that form the leading edge of the wing. Propellers, windscreens and tail surface can also be protected by the de-ice fluid. TKS 406B contains a mixture […]
Legendary Martha’s Vineyard Airport joins Avfuel network
Avfuel Corporation and Martha’s Vineyard Airport (MVY) have confirmed that they are now partnered as fuel supplier and branded FBO. Under the agreement Martha’s Vineyard receives fuel, marketing, quality assurance and other services from Avfuel, while retaining full independence. “Martha’s Vineyard Airport has served the general and commercial aviation traffic of Martha’s Vineyard for over […]
Air Zoo opens disc golf course
Visitors at the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo, Mich., now have a new aerodynamic activity to enjoy — a nine-hole disc golf course. This brand new disc golf course is nestled around the Air Zoo’s wooded property and features nine par three holes, which are free and open to the public year-round. The Air Zoo will […]
Deep snow crunches Cub
This January 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 Super Cub. Injuries: None. Location: Elrosa, Minn. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to land in a snow-covered field. […]