MySky Aircraft, Inc., developer of the MS-1 second-generation Light Sport Aircraft, is now accepting orders for the new airplane. The first deliveries of production models are expected in November 2010. Built in the USA, this new all-composite LSA entrant has a fighter-style bubble canopy and side stick control. The MS-1 Mentor model comes equipped with […]
Protect your logbook and stay organized
For most pilots, their logbook is more than just a record of flights, it is a collection of flying memories. Now Sporty’s offers a variety of ways to protect and organize your logbook with its Flight Log Case/Organizers. These organizers are available in two sizes, and in leather or fabric. Two see-through vinyl pockets provide […]
FAA approves Runway Visual Range system
The FAA has approved Vaisala AviMet PC-Based Runway Visual Range (RVR) system for airports across the country. Runway Visual Range is a calculated assessment of the distance that a pilot can see down a runway. Prevailing weather conditions have the most impact on RVR, but ambient light levels and runway light settings also play an […]
First Landings now Remos service center
First Landings Aviation, a Sport Pilot flight school based at Orlando Apopka Airport (X04) in Florida, has earned a Remos Service Center designation. To earn this designation, First Landings Aviation attended a Remos specific Aero Technical Institute maintenance course in Sebring, Florida. The course focused on both Remos airframes and the Rotax engine, company officials […]
Fatigue contributes to fatal crash
This December 2007 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. Location: Woodland, Ala. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The CFI and student launched for a night flight. A […]
Happy Holidays!
The offices of General Aviation News will be closed Dec. 23 through Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas. The Pulse will return to your e-mail boxes Monday, Dec. 28. We wish everyone a happy holiday!
Christmas comes early for college
Christmas came a little early to Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood, Washington, with the arrival of a 1957 Tri-Pacer during the first week of December. The vintage airplane, painted bright red, was donated to the school by Dennis Urfer of Port Angeles, Wash., who had owned it since the 1970s. “I learned to fly […]
Track Santa’s flight
Where in the world is Santa Claus? That’s a question millions of children ask on Christmas Eve. On the big night, the answer will be only a toll-free call away. Verizon Business is teaming with the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) to provide a special free hotline for children and their parents to speak […]
FAA gives Santa thumbs-up for takeoff
WASHINGTON — FAA chief Randy Babbitt braved snow, ice and foggy conditions at North Pole International Airport to give Santa Claus and his sleigh a thumbs-up for the jolly old pilot’s traditional round-the-world Christmas Eve mission. During a 90-minute check ride, Babbitt made sure Santa can properly execute the demanding maneuvers and precision rooftop landings […]