Flight Design GmbH will introduce its C4, a four-seat model patterned after the CT series, with the company exhibiting a full-size proof-of-concept at this year’s Aero 2011 in Freidrichshafen, Germany, as well as at this summer’s Oshkosh. Even before debuting the C4 at Aero, slated for April 13-16, the company is seeking comments from its […]
Applications for Electric Flight Prize now being accepted
Applications for the $60,000 Electric Flight Prize at EAA AirVenture 2011, showcasing the accomplishments and viability of flight powered exclusively by electricity, are now being accepted. An Initial Application Form, along with the official rules, is available at Airventure.org/Electric. Three flight competitions held during EAA AirVenture 2011, scheduled for July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport […]
Senator proposes hike in fuel taxes for GA
GA pilots could pay sharply higher fuel taxes under a U.S. Senate proposal to fund the NextGen air traffic control modernization effort, according to a report from Reuters, which notes that a if a plan by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus is approved, taxes on jet fuel for general aviation would rise to 35.9 […]
ABC aviation analyst to speak at AEA convention
John Nance, the aviation analyst for ABC World News and aviation editor for Good Morning America, will speak at the Aircraft Electronics Association Annual Awards Luncheon during the 54th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show on Thursday, March 24, at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nev. An internationally recognized air safety analyst, Nance […]
New officers for Wathen Foundation
The Thomas Wathen Foundation has made a number of personnel changes, including electing Jerry Barto was a trustee. John Lyon was elected president of the foundation, while William Sawin has assumed the position of executive vice president and chief development officer. Other administrative changes include promoting Kathy Rohm to Vice President, Director of Community Relations; […]
EDMO partners with Trig Avionics
EDMO Distributors, an independent distributor of avionics, avionics test equipment, installation supplies, aircraft accessories and pilot supplies, has inked a new distribution agreement with Trig Avionics, Ltd. “EDMO is pleased to be named an authorized distributor for Trig Avionics. Trig’s line of cost effective Mode S transponder products will be of great value to our […]
Bird-B-Gone catalog released
Bird-B-Gone, Inc., a manufacturer of humane bird deterrents, has published a new catalog for 2011, which features more than 100 products to help prevent birds from landing or nesting on rooftops, window sills, eaves, canopies, beams, signs and other areas. Bird-B-Gone’s products include bird exclusion netting, bird spikes, low-profile electric track systems, bird repellents, visual […]
Hawker Beechcraft merchandise now online
Hawker Beechcraft logo-branded merchandise, which is also available at the company’s gift shops at its headquarters in Wichita, and Completions Center in Little Rock, Ark., can now be purchased online at HangarStore.com or HawkerBeechcraft.com. Merchandise on the new website includes a variety of specialty items such as apparel, luggage, aircraft models and more, all branded […]
Open door distracts pilot
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: Lincoln, Calif. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot departed for a local night flight. The plane’s door […]