WASHINGTON, D.C. — The potential threat of retaliation for the execution of Osama Bin Laden is bringing heightened security efforts throughout the United States — and this includes aviation. This focus on security brought the subject of pilot licenses to the forefront at a May 10 Senate hearing, with elected officials especially worried about the […]
GA key to a successful America
Congressman Mike Pompeo (R-Kansas) recently told Wichita Aero Club members they are the key to a successful America. Speaking at the May Aero Club luncheon, Pompeo was talking with an industry group he once was a part of as a former business owner. Prior to his role in the U.S. House of Representatives, Pompeo founded […]
BVS runway project begins
The Port of Skagit Board of Commissioners recently took a tour of the construction work at Skagit Regional Airport (BVS) in Burlington, Wash., where the Runway 10-28 Overlay and Underdrain Improvements project have begun. The port has awarded a contract for $2,533,826.30 to Interwest Construction Inc., Burlington, for the project, which is the first phase […]
Aeroplanner unveils Google Maps-based flight planning
Science Applications International Corp. has debuted an enhanced service offered by its web-based flight planning system, AeroPlanner.com, that enables users to plan and map flights using Google Maps. The upgraded service allows pilots to plot their routes on satellite images provided in Google Maps, showing the terrain and airspace in vivid detail. “We are running […]
Wireless headset now available
ATO Aviation has announced the availability of the EQ-Link wireless aviation headset by EQ Wireless Communications. The EQ-Link wireless aviation headset completely eliminates the wire extending from the headset ear cup to an aircraft’s intercom system, said ATO spokesman Harold Christensen. “The EQ-Link system is the result of over 20 years of experience in designing […]
Trio introduces GX PRO autopilot
Trio has introduced the GX PRO, which has all of the features of the standard Pro Pilot autopilot with the additional capability of bi-directional communications with the Garmin G3X EFIS system. The GX PRO flight dynamics have been optimized to take full advantage of the G3X pitch and roll guidance, according to company officials. When […]
New Battery Parasitic Load Tester from Concorde
Concorde Battery Corp. has released a new Parasitic Load Tester (PLT) to measure the parasitic load drain on aircraft batteries when the master switch is off and the aircraft is inactive. The tester is designed to mate with an MS3509 style quick disconnect receptacle. This PLT was conceived and engineered in response to concerns in […]
Atlanta Sport Flight adds Alto LSA
Atlanta Sport Flight, located at Atlanta Fulton County Field (FTY), also known locally as Charlie Brown Airport, will soon be home to a new Alto LSA. Paul Volle, owner of Atlanta Sport Flight, recently purchased an Alto. “The key to success is to be profitable, so we examine operating costs, maintenance, and durability. The Alto […]
Failure to use carb heat brings airplane down
This May 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 150. Injuries: 2 Minor. Location: Baton Rouge, La. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The student pilot and CFI were conducting a cross-country […]