Douglas Clements, president of Wings of Hope, was informed last week that the charity has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Since 1901, the Nobel Committee has selected nominators from around the world to determine the individuals and organizations that will be nominated. These nominators are the only persons who can offer candidates for […]
iPad Cockpit Accessories from Sporty’s
Sporty’s has introduced the Sporty’s iPad Kneeboard and Sporty’s iPad Flight Desk. The compact, bifold iPad Kneeboard holds your iPad securely on the left side and has an adjustable stand so that the right viewing angle for your screen may be set. A right side organizer section includes mesh pockets and a zippered compartment for […]
Florida Air Show brings together Doolitte Toyko Raiders
The 31st Annual Florida International Air Show taking place in Punta Gorda, Fla., March 26-27, will host a “Commemorative Gathering” between three surviving Doolittle Tokyo Raiders and special guests representing the People’s Republic of China. On April 18, 1942, 16 North American B-25B twin engine bombers and 80 U.S. Army Air Corps airmen took off […]
Ross Aviation acquires Fresno FBO
Ross Aviation has acquired the assets and the lease of the FBO formerly operated by Atlantic Aviation at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) in Fresno, Calif. The FBO will consolidate into the Ross Aviation’s existing on-field operation, Corporate Aircraft. With this acquisition, Corporate Aircraft offers more than 250,000 square feet of hangar and 55,000 square […]
GA Symposium line-up revealed
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) recently released its list of keynote speakers and panel moderators for the GA Pilot Training Reform Symposium. SAFE Chair and 2004 National Flight Instructor of the Year Doug Stewart will preside over the symposium. Other movers and shakers in the flight training industry who have volunteered to […]
LiveAirShowTV profiles Reno air racers John and Heather Penney
Continuing its coverage of the 2010 Reno National Championship Air Races, LiveAirShowTV profiles the father/daughter duo of John and Heather Penney. Though they are not the only racing family at Reno, these two share something very special. “There are many stories on the ramp at Reno,” says LiveAirShowTV President Jeff Lee. “We felt like this […]
QBE forms U.S. GA Underwriting Group
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 […]