The world’s largest reunion of Douglas DC-3s since World War II, dubbed “The Last Time”, has appointed eight industry experts to assist in the planning for an historic and world record-setting formation flight. Not since D-Day in 1944 and the invasion of France have this many vintage aircraft planned to operate together in flight, organizers […]
Lee appointed to CAP Board of Governors
One of the Civil Air Patrol’s longest-serving and most active members, Lt. Col. Edward F. “Ned” Lee of the California Wing, has been appointed to the nonprofit, all-volunteer organization’s Board of Governors. In his 40-plus years as both a CAP cadet and senior member, Lee – a retired Army National Guard infantry officer and presiding […]
MIT-led team designs ‘green’ airplane
An MIT-led team has designed a green airplane that is estimated to use 70% less fuel than current planes while also reducing noise and emission of nitrogen oxides (NOx). The design was one of two that the team, led by faculty from the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, presented to NASA last month as part […]
Redbird Flight Simulations becomes GAMA’s newest member
The board of directors of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has approved Redbird Flight Simulations as its newest member. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Redbird Flight Simulations was created by a team of computer industry veterans in 2006. The company develops and manufactures a line of aircraft simulation tools and training devices that utilize the […]
eBook bundle introduced
In the spirit of International Learn to Fly Day, ASA’s new eBook bundle is an introduction to the world of flying and flight training for prospective pilots. The bundle includes eBook editions of “You Can Fly!” by authors Greg Brown and Laurel Lippert, and the FAA’s Student Pilot Guide. The books are a complementary duo […]
Get a new interior — RightNow
Cessna Aircraft Co. has launched a program to reduce lead times required for interior refurbishments of classic Citations. Under the new RightNow Interiors program, Cessna’s Citation Service Centers will stock pre-selected, certified interior design materials, eliminating long-lead times – typically eight to 12 weeks – traditionally necessary to order materials for interior refurbishments. “This program […]
Red Canoe launches 2010 catalog
Red Canoe-National Heritage Brands has released its 2010 catalog. Founder and Creative Director Dax Wilkinson says, “We seek inspiration in both landscape and history – whether it be aviation, bush flying or iconic Canadian institutions.” New in the Aviation category is the Boeing Collection, the first and only licensing partnership involving all of the American […]
CubCrafters slates Carbon Cub Demo Days
CubCrafters’ network of Certified Sales Centers will host Carbon Cub Demo Days throughout the month of June. A variety of events will take place at a wide range of locations across America, including private demo flights, fly-ins, pancake breakfasts, even a weekend getaway at a lake resort where you can stay in a cabin and […]
Parade of Planes set to take off at LZU
FLYING’s Parade of Planes–Southeast will be held in the Atlanta Metro Area at the Gwinnett County Airport (LZU). Aircraft Specialists Jet Center will host the event June 11-12. The Expo is designed to create a “superstore” environment for consumers who are serious about making an aircraft purchase, according to organizers. Consumers can compare the most […]