Global Aviation Services, Inc. at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (KIAH) in Houston, Texas, a factory authorized Twin Commander Service Center, has added Grand Renaissance completions to its list of capabilities. The Grand Renaissance is a completely inspected, overhauled, refurbished, and upgraded turboprop Twin Commander. More than 40 Grand Renaissance Twin Commanders are in service worldwide, […]
Guided self-fly tours of Europe launch
Slovenia-based Cavok European Airtours will kick off guided self-fly European tours in 2010. Three tours are planned for the inaugural season. The Adria, Alps & The Glorious Empire is a 12-day tour with 10 days of flying. The Mediterranean Spirit I is a 15-day tour with 13 days of flying, while the Around The Alps […]
Aspen releases 2.0 upgrade
Aspen Avionics, Inc., maker of the Evolution Flight Display System, has released its Version 2.0 software upgrade kit to its dealers, allowing them to begin upgrading EFD1000 Primary Flight Displays in the field to the new software level. The 2.0 software upgrade kit is free from Aspen Avionics, and any authorized Aspen dealer can perform […]
Sunrise Aviation expands at OMN
Sunrise Aviation plans to expand at Florida’s Ormond Beach Municipal Airport (OMN). A new 12,000-square-foot hangar and office building will be built on approximately one acre of land leased from the city of Ormond Beach. The beginning term of the lease is for 30 years but may be extended in two increments of 10 years […]
Bad idea: Flying with known oil leak
This November 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: Piper Super Cub. Location: Durbin, W.Va. Injuries: None. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The day before the accident the pilot noticed an oil […]
Optimism grows as airpark market recovers
Renowned airpark expert Dave Sclair recently posted on LivingWithYourPlane.com a brief rundown of some of the discussions he had with pilots at the AOPA Aviation Summit about airparks. The good news? The airpark market seems to have hit bottom and is showing signs of recovery. Here’s what he wrote: Fortunately, I was able to speak […]
Light at the end of the tunnel
SPLOG By DAN JOHNSON Saying 2009 was a breathtaking year is no overstatement. The last air show of the season is now history and reflections on 2009 reveal a year of hardship for aviation. Cessna laid off more than half its workers and the Wichita giant’s problems are mirrored throughout general aviation. Seemingly invulnerable jet […]
Stinson Airport called ‘economic engine’
Vintage Stinson Municipal Airport (SSF) in San Antonio, Texas, is being credited with contributing to the area’s economic rebirth. In a story at MySanAntonio.com, the airport is named as one of the “economic engines” that will bring a renaissance to the city’s south side. The airport recently completed a $4.8 million expansion, including lengthening the […]
ExperCraft celebrates fifth anniversary
ExperCraft’s Simple Log has been providing aircraft builders and restorers a resource for tracking and sharing projects since its initial release in November 2004. This free website has had an average of one new user sign up every day, according to Rob Riggen, founder. “Our builders are voracious and very active,” he said. “Collectively the […]