QBE the Americas has created a U.S.-based general aviation underwriting operation. Headquartered in Atlanta, QBE the Americas’ Aviation Team is designed to expand the company’s global aviation activities. QBE is already an aviation insurance writer in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. “The U.S. is the largest market for general aviation in the […]
Crosswind, lack of currency and proficiency a bad combination
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: None. Location: Terrell, Texas. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot, who had a commercial certificate and eight hours in […]
Family flies high in Luscombe Sedans
The phrase “like father, like son” applies to many things, including aircraft ownership. Fred Ramin of Houston grew up flying in his father’s Luscombe Sedan. A few years ago the younger Ramin purchased a fully restored 1948 Luscombe 11A Silvaire Sedan of his own. He was more than happy to show off the show-quality airplane […]
Two more SLSA models appear on radar
Dan Johnson, president of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association, is an expert on Light Sport Aircraft. In my rounds with videographer Dave Loveman at last month’s U.S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring, Fla., to shoot more LSA videos, we uncovered two new Special LSA models that were not previously on the semi-official SLSA List. I […]
Aviation Green Alliance takes off
During its presentation at the Feb. 3 Wichita Aero Club luncheon, the Lindbergh Foundation unveiled the Aviation Green Alliance, a new program designed to address aviation’s environmental challenges. According to Lindbergh Foundation Chairman Larry Williams, “The Aviation Green Alliance has been formed to support aviation-related companies and individuals committed to proactively addressing matters regarding aviation […]
NextGen ‘high priority’ in 2012 budget
President Barack Obama’s 2012 budget proposal will give a “high priority” to modernizing the nation’s air traffic control system, according to an Air Transport World report, which quotes Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood: “The technology we have in our cars these days is more up to date than what we have in our cockpits,” adding the […]
iPad Kneeboard now at Aircraft Spruce
Aircraft Spruce now carries the iPad Kneeboard Pro from MyGoFlight.com. Available in silver or black, the kneeboard is designed to accommodate all preferences for how you like to use it: Right and left hand, attached to the right or left leg, as a traditional kneeboard, or as a lap desk. You can easily slide the […]
Latest tax changes in 2011 State Tax Guide for General Aviation
Conklin & de Decker has released its new 2011 State Tax Guide for General Aviation. Packed full of critical tax information, the guide is a reference tool for aircraft operators, accountants, dealers, brokers, aviation law professionals, and others who deal with state taxes. The State Tax Guide contains the latest taxes and fees imposed on […]
Paragon Aviation Group expands FBO network
Paragon Aviation Group has added four new FBO members to its network: Maguire Aviation (VNY); Aero Air (HIO); Galvin Flying Service (BFI); and First Aviation Services (TEB). Paragon represents a group of independent FBOs and small chains that have the same operational principles, leveraging buying power and sharing customer information through flight tracking software provided […]