Flightcraft Inc. is the new Cirrus authorized service provider in Portland, Ore., and the surrounding area. “Partnering with Cirrus is a great opportunity for both companies, but Cirrus owners are first to reap the benefits,” said John Frevola, vice president of Flightcraft. “These owners can get all of their Cirrus needs met through Flightcraft’s complete […]
McConnell named president of Raisbeck Engineering
Raisbeck Engineering has named Michael McConnell president. “Mike is a proven aerospace industry veteran who has helped companies realize their full potential through his leadership of sales, marketing and customer relationships,” said James Raisbeck, CEO of Raisbeck Engineering. “He is the right fit for Raisbeck Engineering today. He will lead our company’s continued growth with […]
Hawker Beechcraft taps QAA for overhauled engine accessories
Hawker Beechcraft Corp. has selected Quality Aircraft Accessories (QAA), a distributor of aftermarket new and reconditioned general aviation engine accessories, to provide overhauled engine accessories for its Beechcraft Baron G58 and Beechcraft Bonanza G36 aircraft. QAA will overhaul engine accessories at its repair station in Tulsa, Okla., and deliver them to HBC’s parts distribution facility […]
Student bounces landing
This September 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 172. Injuries: None. Location: Brunswick, Ga. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The student pilot departed from the airport and was performing three […]
Is it possible to convert my engine?
Paul McBride, an expert on engines, retired after almost 40 years with Lycoming. Q: I have a Lycoming O-360-A1F6D that was originally installed in a Cessna Cardinal. This engine has since been used in an Van’s RV-6 and I will be installing it into a Van’s RV-8. It does not have a magneto with it […]
Electric ultralights and battery science
Dan Johnson, president of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association, is an expert on Light Sport Aircraft. I am not alone in thinking Part 103 ultralight aircraft are the ideal platform for initial development of electric powered aircraft. Sure, someday you’ll be able to fly your 2-4 seater for 300-400 miles or more, recharge in the […]
Aviation author wins Combs award
The recipient of the National Aviation Hall of Fame’s Eighth Annual Combs Gates Award is pilot and aviation author/photographer Philip Handleman of Birmingham, Michigan, who is being recognized for his upcoming book, an illustrated history of the first century of American airpower. Handleman will receive the $20,000 cash award in a formal presentation Tuesday, Oct. […]
Development planned for W.Va.’s Morgantown Municipal Airport
A new National Guard Readiness Center, Technology Park and 40 new T-hangars are planned at Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW) in West Virginia, according to a report in The State Journal that notes: “This prime 400-acre tract of land has sat idle for decades because of the lack of good road access and utilities. This is […]
Schwarzenegger vetoes California CFI moratorium
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has vetoed Assembly Bill 1889, which would have imposed a moratorium on costly new flight training regulations in the state. The governor objected to parts of the bill unrelated to the flight school provision, according to a story at AOPA.org, which notes that the organization is “undaunted” by the veto as […]