Does it make sense that pilots need a third-class medical to fly even the smallest GA aircraft, while drivers can get a license to drive vehicles that weigh much more without a checkup? David Wartofsky doesn’t think so, reports AVweb, who notes that Wartofsky, owner of Potomac Airfield near Washington, D.C., has petitioned the FAA […]
Flabob Veteran’s Day celebrations Nov. 6
With fly-overs and fly-ins featuring a variety of antique, classic, homebuilt and warbird aircraft, this year’s annual Veteran’s Day celebration at Flabob Airport (RIR) in Southern California is expected to draw close to 5,000 people. Set for Saturday, Nov. 6, the event will begin at 9 a.m. and continue throughout the day. Parking and participation […]
Ohio city declares November ‘General Aviation Appreciation Month’
The city of Riverside, Ohio, home to the National Aviation Hall of Fame, has declared November “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” The resolution states that general aviation is a “strategic resource for the community” and plays a critical role in the lives of the residents of Riverside. The National Aviation Hall of Fame, located in Riverside, […]
Got questions about ADS-B?
Avidyne’s Ted Lester, who is member of the FAA’s ‘ADS-B In’ Aviation Rulemaking Committee, will give a one-hour webinar on ADS-B Wednesday, Nov. 3, at noon Eastern time. Due to popular demand, this is a repeat of the ADS-B webinar Avidyne previously hosted on Sept 29. Topics covered in the webinar include: What is ADS-B? […]
Limited openings for SportAir workshops
Limited openings remain in several EAA SportAir Workshop courses in Atlanta on Nov. 6-7. EAA SportAir Workshops, supported by Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co., is a national series of programs offering insight and information on building and restoring aircraft. EAA Chapter 690 will host the weekend program at Gwinnett County Airport-Briscoe Field in Lawrenceville, Ga. […]
GRT Avionics adds map features
GRT Avionics has completed the addition of new map features with its latest software update. These new features, which include lakes, rivers, roads, railroads, state boundaries, and cities, are available on all GRT Avionics EFIS products. “This adds even greater situational awareness to the pilot of light sport and amateur-built aircraft regardless of weather conditions, […]
Sneak peek of new series at film festival
The creators of the Emmy-award-winning PBS hit “Red Tail Reborn” will be unveiling a preview of their new aviation series, “The Restorers,” at the Reel Stuff Film Festival in Dayton, Ohio, Nov. 6. This new PBS series, based on the original 2004 movie of the same name, will chronicle those who restore warbirds and antique […]
Abingdon Watches changes its name
Abingdon Watches is changing its name to The Abingdon Co., according to Founder and CEO Chelsea Welch, who says that customers are asking for more than watches. “The company has grown to the point where just offering watches is not enough,” she said. “Our customers want apparel and accessories that compliment their watch and we […]
Butler National acquires Kings Avionics
Butler National Corp., a manufacturer and provider of support systems for “classic” commercial and military aircraft, has acquired Kings Avionics. Annual sales for Kings Avionics were reported at $2.1 million with a backlog of approximately $1 million, according to Butler National officials. Clark Stewart, president and CEO, stated, “The acquisition of Kings Avionics provides Butler […]