Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has opened the doors of a new “green garage,” where engineering students are using aerospace techniques to develop a car of tomorrow, as well as develop a reduced-emissions airplane for NASA’s Green Flight Challenge, while investigating the use of alternative lead-free aviation fuels. Embry-Riddle President John Johnson cut the ribbon Dec. 4 […]
Time for a new name?
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Re: Charles Spence’s Capital Comments, “Is there a better name than general aviation?“: I absolutely agree. General aviation does not cut it. The word general is equal in context to “average” — and nothing wants to be considered average. I would look to boating as a comparison. There is no such […]
Calendar celebrates women in aviation
This Day in Women’s Aviation, a page-a-day calendar published by Powder Puff Pilot, marks the accomplishments made by women in the world of aviation. Each page highlights an event, milestone, or triumph in the history of women in aviation. Entries span three centuries—from balloonists of the early 1800s to the astronauts and military heroines of […]
K68 add AWOS
The Garnett Industrial Airport (K68), in Garnett, Kan., has just completed the installation of a Belfort DigiWx II AWOS AV system, an automated weather system that reports FAA-certified altimeter and visibility with advisory winds, temperature and humidity. The real time weather report is available over the Unicom radio as well as telephone dial-in. “Adding the […]
Hydroswing introduces T-Hangar Door
Hydroswing introduces its THD, a T-Hangar Door. “We have been investing and growing our volume over the last three years, with strong brand recognition and product development. We have a new set of production and engineering processes and can now pass those savings on to the customer,” said Marshal Parker, president. For more information: HydroSwing.com […]
Lincoln Electric releases 2010 catalog
Lincoln Electric has introduced its 2010 Equipment Catalog, as well as an online Fast-Flip eBook version that is accessible on Lincoln’s website. The catalog displays all of Lincoln Electric’s key products, including the 108 new products and accessories introduced over the last year. Click here to access the online version of the catalog. To request […]
AvFab receives STC for King Air headrest
Aviation Fabricators (AvFab) recently received STC approval for its Clear View Headrest on Beechcraft King Air seats. The headrest replaces the existing “plug in” headrest on existing seats and opens the sightline of the cabin above the seats, according to AvFab officials. The new headrest, which can be extended above the seat top if desired, […]
Ice leads to 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: Beech Baron; Location: Lancaster, Pa.; Injuries: None; Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The flight to reposition the airplane for maintenance was supposed to […]
Global warming debate stifles progress
I’ve received a lot of mail on my recent column on the effects of carbon dioxide on global warming (How are planes affecting the environment?). The replies were both pro and con on global warming and the greenhouse gas thing. I read most of the reports and find them very interesting. The problem is in […]