Avian Control, a new patent-pending bird repellent product, has received approval by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is now being used at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). The new product contains “food grade” ingredients, listed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as being safe and non-toxic while demonstrating greater efficacy, […]
Women Soar expands to four days at Oshkosh
Entering its seventh year of inspiring young women to reach for their dreams in aviation, Women Soar You Soar is expanding to four days in 2011 and will now be held on the final weekend of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, Thursday, July 28, through Sunday, July 31. The program will introduce 100 young women to aviation-based […]
Nanotechnology could pave the way for hydrogen fuels
EADS and Scottish scientists are working on new storage tanks for hydrogen, which could make it possible to use hydrogen as an alternative to hydrocarbon-based fuels in airplanes and automobiles. If successful, EADS plans to fly an unmanned hydrogen-powered test plane in 2014. Hydrogen is a clean fuel that produces only water on combustion or […]
Recreational student pilot solos at Sporty’s
Ken Marshall soloed on January 9, 2011 on his way to earning a Recreational pilot certificate at Sporty’s Academy at Clermont County Airport in Batavia, Ohio. Anyone interested in more information about learning to fly may visit www.sportysacademy.com or call Sporty’s Academy at 513.735.9500.
New book about early mechanics set for release
“Pioneer Mechanics in Aviation,” a new book by Giacinta Bradley Koontz that chronicles the exploits of airplane mechanics up to the start of World War II, is set to be released March 1. Each of the book’s 24 chapters tells the stories of the men and women who kept Wright Flyers, Blériots, Curtiss Pushers, and […]
Long landing on short runway
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: Cessna 182. Injuries: None. Location: Westminister, Md. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to land on an 1,840-foot runway. He […]
Now THAT’S a thank you!
Volunteers who restored DC-3 get flight to remember What better way to thank the people who have helped you restore an aircraft than giving them a ride in it? When it’s a major restoration, say that of a DC-3, it is only fitting that the ride be epic, like a trip from Flabob Airport (RIR) […]
Ask Paul: What’s up with my oil temperature?
I don’t think you have an oil temperature problem at this point. Since we’re in the midst of winter, you may have to wait to do any further checking until warm weather returns.
Congress asks aviation leaders to suggest ways to cut expenses
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Leaders of seven aviation organizations appeared before a House of Representatives subcommittee Wednesday and were asked to examine their requirements and see where money can be cut in the FAA’s budget that would not affect safety or efficiency. Members from both sides of the aisle expect cuts in appropriations for both the […]