The Falcon 2.0 from Renegade Light Sport flew for the first time Saturday, Oct. 2 (see video and test pilot interviews here). Lycoming‘s new O-233 LSA engine provides the power for the Falcon 2.0. First flight lasted .6 hours with four takeoffs and landings. Test pilot Rob Runyan, “saw 1,000 feet AGL by the end […]
Sporty’s expands international chart selection
Sporty’s has expanded its offerings of aviation charts to cover many additional countries, including: Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands. This is in addition to Sporty’s full selection of Canadian and Caribbean charts. “As pilots, we know how hard it can be to find international charts,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. […]
Free tax webinar on bonus depreciation set
Wolcott & Associates will present a free aviation tax webinar “Bonus Depreciation for Aircraft is Back!” Oct. 12. Bonus depreciation and increased write-off for capital purchases was signed into law in H.R 5297 Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The rules provide excellent tax benefits for those in a position to take advantage of the […]
Quality Aircraft Accessories appointed Champion/Slick magneto service center
Quality Aircraft Accessories has been appointed by Champion Aerospace as the first Service Center for Slick magnetos. In its capacity as an FAA/EASA approved repair station and distributor of engine accessories, Quality Aircraft Accessories will perform warranty work on Slick magnetos, complete mandatory inspections and repairs, and promote the full line of Champion products that […]
Multisump Aviation Fuel Tester debuts
Now available at Aircraft Spruce is the Multisump Aviation Fuel Tester, which was invented and designed by a general aviation pilot. The design of the Multisump Aviation Fuel Tester accommodates the fuel checking needs of today’s modern aircraft and pilots while taking into account current environmental needs, according to company officials. The tester is constructed […]
Takeoff into thunderstorm kills two
This October 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: Maule MXT-7-180A. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: Santa Teresa, N.M. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: Weather radar data showed a thunderstorm producing an approximate […]
A Reno recap
By ANITA C. INFANTE, For General Aviation News There is always a first time for everything and this year was the first time in the history of the Reno National Championship Air Races that two Sunday races were canceled: The final Unlimited Breitling Gold Race and the T-6 Gold Race. In the aftermath of Sept. […]
ADS-B stalls on takeoff
An FAA memorandum is causing severe turbulence for the early implementation of ADS-B equipment. The Aug. 30 memo mandates that all ADS-B equipment must be installed via a supplemental type certificate (STC). In the memo, FAA officials state: “The FAA feels that TC, ATC or STC design approval is more appropriate to ensure consistent performance. […]
Pressure mounts to ‘park’ EU vote on pilot certification
With the European Union Commission nearing a vote on adopting EU-wide pilot certification rules, AOPA is warning that the package — which does not include acceptance of third-country pilot credentials — would erect trade barriers with consequences felt in the U.S. flight training and manufacturing sectors, according to a report at AOPA.org. The story notes […]