More than 200 customers, pilots, and Eclipse enthusiasts attended the Second Annual Eclipse Aerospace Customer Event in Albuquerque, N.M., in May. The event kicked off with a joint keynote presentation from Mason Holland, Chairman and CEO of Eclipse Aerospace, Inc., and Jeff Pino, President of Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation. In a two-hour presentation, both Holland and […]
ISM tower wins award
The air traffic control (ATC) contract tower at Florida’s Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) recently won “Air Traffic Control Contract Tower of the Year” award. The airport’s contract tower was selected from more than 120 other facilities in the U.S that participate in FAA contract tower (FTC) program. The award is given to an airport’s ATC […]
Bequest earmarked for aviation collection
The Cleveland Foundation will receive more than $12 million from the estate of Kathleen S. “Kay” Crawford to support the Crawford Auto Aviation Collection of the Western Reserve Historical Society (WRHS). Crawford’s estate recently created the Frederick C. and Kathleen S. Crawford Fund of the Cleveland Foundation. The foundation expects to receive $12 million by […]
MMOPA Convention slated
The Malibu Mirage Owners & Pilots Association (MMOPA) has slated its 21st annual Fly-In Convention Sept. 14-18 at The Homestead, an historic resort dating back to 1766, in Hot Springs, Virginia (KHSP). The convention is open to all – MMOPA members and non-members alike. The MMOPA Convention has a long legacy of providing operators of […]
Aviation Docs for iPad debuts
Just released is Aviation Docs, a suite of tools and services offered by On-Board Data Systems (OBDS), leveraging advanced cloud technology to provide delivery of documents to Apple iPads and traditional Windows-based EFBs. The software is intuitive and adapts to the requirements of fleet management, according to company officials. Fleet managers, jet librarians and flight […]
New PMA Electrical Brush for DHC-8 and ATR42/72
Seginus Inc, a manufacturer of FAA PMA replacement aircraft parts, has received PMA approval for its latest part: a replacement electrical contact carbon brush for the propeller deice brush block. The deice brush block assembly part number 786289-6 is made by Hamilton Sundstand. This new PMA brush is eligible for installation on the following aircraft […]
A body defeated; a mind determined
Pilot recounts a paralyzing plane crash and his will to live in new memoir The will to live takes on an entire new meaning when it comes to pilot Dave McKenzie. Not only did he have to fight for his life, but he fought to live the life he wanted. Few people have fought a […]
Fairing falls off Cessna
This June 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 140. Injuries: None. Location: St. Louis. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The accident occurred during the second flight after the airplane had […]
It’s more than just an image problem
Imagine that you and your significant other go shopping in a pricey store that’s known for its exclusive clientèle. Think Rodeo Drive, maybe. Walking through the door is a little exciting, if not slightly intimidating, but you make it past security and find yourself on the inside. It isn’t long before you realize that you’re […]