Executives at Cessna Aircraft Co. said at the opening of the annual Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Aviation Summit last week in Long Beach, Calif., that the company has seen an increase in customer interest in its single-engine piston attributed to the recent extension of the federal bonus depreciation tax clause included in a […]
Jeppesen introduces 172 training solution
Jeppesen recently introduced a new Cessna 172 Total Training solution, which incorporates learning situations from all phases of flight, from maneuvers to checklists. The Jeppesen Cessna 172 Total Training solution provides a bridge for an issue common to aspiring pilots — the gap between traditional training courses and supplement guides that provide general flying principals, […]
$4 million for GA facilities at SBD
The Inland Valley Development Agency, the funding arm for San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) in California, will borrow $4 million to build general aviation facilities at the airport, according to a report in the Highland Community News. About two dozen hangars will be built to take care of private aircraft in preparation for the move […]
Skydreamers exhibit showcases aviation art
The fantasies and realities of flight and space exploration depicted through art and photography go on display in Los Angeles’ Autry National Center’s new Skydreamers exhibition, slated to open April 29. The exhibit includes approximately 150 items, principally original high-quality photographs, as well as works on paper, paintings, posters, and memorabilia drawn primarily from the […]
Yingling expands to IDP
Yingling Aviation has opened a full maintenance and service facility in a leased 10,000-square-foot hangar at the Independence Municipal Airport in Independence, Kansas, adjacent to Cessna Aircraft Co.’s manufacturing site at the southeastern Kansas location. The newly established Yingling site is a Cessna Authorized Service Facility and will provide full service and warranty support for […]
Garmin G600 panel developed for Citations
JETTECH has developed a new Garmin G600 Glass Panel EFIS installation specifically for Cessna Citation 501/551 series aircraft. Pending FAA approval of its Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), JETTECH will begin offering initial installations at its Denver facilities followed by kits available through JETTECH-approved Garmin authorized dealers. The new unit will provide pilots with the highest […]
StandardAero expands mobile support services
StandardAero is expanding its customer support network by adding four additional mobile service teams to its existing business aviation support network. StandardAero’s Business Aviation sector now has a total of nine teams across North America. The new Mobile Service Teams (MST) will be located in Little Rock, Ark., Van Nuys, Calif., San Jose, Calif., and […]
Insurance company expands
XL Insurance has launched a new regional aviation underwriting group in Chicago with the appointment of Brian J. Ackland to Class Underwriter. Eric Donofrio, North American Regional Manager for XL Insurance’s Aviation unit, said: “We’re off to a good start in Chicago. Bringing both broker and underwriting experience, Brian is a strong addition to our […]
Cessna no match for mountain waves
This November 2008 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 170B. Injuries: 1 Fatal, 2 Serious. Location: Hanna, Utah. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot checked the weather forecast twice prior […]