Sherwood Aircraft has launched, with offices at Farmingdale Airport (FRG) and Duchess County Airport (POU) in New York focusing on Aviat Husky sales and service. John Palmer has been appointed director of sales and will be handling Husky demo flights, brokered sales, and aircraft appraisals. Sherwood Aircraft will conduct Husky sales in New York, New […]
Jeppesen introduces online training for instrument pilots
Jeppesen has expanded its online training capabilities with the introduction of its Instrument Pilot Online training course. General aviation pilots are now provided with Jeppesen ground school and pilot resource training content for preparation in taking the FAA instrument rating and written knowledge exams. The new Jeppesen Instrument Pilot Online course follows the introduction of […]
Miller introduces new TIG welder
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. introduces the Diversion 180 AC/DC TIG welder, which delivers several operator conveniences, such as input power selection, a digital interface, and foot pedal remote control, company officials said. A new digital interface allows for more accurate adjustments to the welding amperage and allows easy troubleshooting as it can communicate error codes, […]
G-Shock G-Aviation watch upgraded
Casio America Inc. introduces the G-Shock G-Aviation (GW3000). An evolution to the company’s G-Aviation collection, the GW3000 provides a bigger case, at 52mm, with high contrast markings. Taking design cues from aircraft flight panel indicators, the new G-Aviation features a triple layered dial and frame display structure that gives the watch face a three-dimensional feel […]
Hiller Group tapped as Chevron distributor
Effective June 1, the Hiller Group will become Chevron’s sole branded distributor of Chevron aviation fuels for general aviation in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. Hiller/Air Petro will market under the Chevron and Texaco brands in these 13 states. The company will also continue to offer its other marketing […]
Pilot flies into ice
This May 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 182. Injuries: 1 Fatal, 1 Serious. Location: Black Hawk, Colo. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot had filed and activated an […]
What’s holding up FAA reauthorization?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House and Senate once again are trying to resolve sticky issues to pass a FAA reauthorization bill before the latest extension expires on July 3. Staffs from both sides of the hill continue to meet, with much going on behind the scenes. Several issues remain to be settled, but the biggest […]
Oakland Aviation High School faces closure
The board of directors of the Oakland Aviation High School (OAHS) has given the school staff until May 10 to reach its target enrollment of 150 students. The school’s current enrollment is at 117, which includes 35 students who graduate in June, leaving 82 returning students. A recruitment effort is running strong and has brought […]
FAA launches digital NOTAMs
The Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) is the first in the nation to deliver digital notices to airmen (NOTAM). NOTAMs provide computer-generated safety information to pilots and air traffic controllers about conditions at an airport, such as construction and hazards. Atlantic City started using the new system April 20. “Digital information management is key to […]