Pilots in North Las Vegas prove you can fight City Hall, taking pro-active steps to stop a federal ban on experimental aircraft at North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) and participating on a committee that has come up with recommendations that will benefit pilots, the airport and its neighbors. The attempt to limit experimental aircraft at […]
GA shipments fall 46% so far this year
In the first three quarters of 2009, total general aviation (GA) airplane shipments fell 46.8%, from 2,982 units in 2008 to 1,587 units so far this year. Total industry billings are down 23.5%, to $13.8 billion, according to figures just released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. “These shipment and billings figures are a result […]
Harriet Alexander Field recognized for contribution to GA
Harriet Alexander Field (ANK) in Salida, Colo., was recently recognized by the Colorado Pilots Association for its contribution to general aviation, according to a story in the Mountain Mail. Carl Hasselbrink, airport manager, and his staff personnel received the recognition for their efforts to accommodate needs of visitors. “I’ve always felt an airport is a […]
LSA Expo shapes up
Things are shaping up for the US Sport Aviation Expo, slated for Jan. 21-24, 2010, at Sebring Regional Airport in Sebring, Florida. The number of exhibitors continues to grow, according to organizers, who note new vendors, such as Van’s Aircraft, will be present, while previous exhibitors will be introducing new models. New sponsors, including Remos […]
Group formed to fight FAA’s opposition to hangar homes
A new organization, ThoughTheFence.org (TTF), made its debut last week at the AOPA Aviation Summit. The organization has been formed by pilots to fight the FAA’s prohibition of hangar homes at publicly-funded airports. “The FAA’s Airport Compliance Manual (ACM), dated Sept. 30, 2009, clearly labels all hangar homes as incompatible adjacent airport land use,” said […]
Demystify turbocharging
The Cessna Pilots Association (CPA) will hold a one-day seminar on turbocharging at its headquarters in Santa Maria, California, Saturday, January 23, 2010. According to CPA Executive Director John Frank, the impetus behind the seminar is educate aircraft owners about the components and detailed workings of popular Teledyne Continental turbocharging systems, specifically those used on […]
Aviation law firm grows
David Shannon has joined the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, law firm of Stewart H. Lapayowker, P.A., which focuses on private and corporate aviation transactions worldwide. Shannon will work alongside attorney Stewart Lapayowker and will counsel clients on tax and other issues relating to the acquisition, leasing, registration and financing of aircraft, including fractional interests, and on […]
R.W. Martin tapped as Viking service center
Viking Air Limited of Victoria, BC, Canada, has tapped R.W. Martin Inc. of Murrieta, California, as the second factory endorsed service center for the Twin Otter and Dash 7 aircraft. This agreement authorizes R.W. Martin Inc. to provide OEM-backed support services for the Twin Otter program, including maintenance, warranty work, and Viking-recognized modifications. R.W. Martin […]
New historical fiction chronicles the adventures of a World War II pilot
In his new book, “The Vaulted Sky,” published by iUniverse, R.P. Moffa tells the tale of a young Italian-American from New York City who risked it all to pursue his love of flying to protect his country. Patrick Montalto’s fascination with flying began when his father and a friend chipped in for an airplane ride […]