“The configurator invites people to learn more about our aircraft, technology, and safety systems and then design and share their dream aircraft,” said Zean Nielsen, CEO.
K-State Salina names new residence hall after Amelia Earhart
“Choosing the name Earhart Hall gives us the opportunity to honor past aviation leaders while hopefully inspiring our current students to dream big and make an impact in their future,” said Kyle Chamberlin, assistant dean of student life.
New prop option approved for Kodiak 100s
Under a recently approved STC, Hartzell Propeller’s five-blade composite propeller for Daher Kodiak 100 aircraft will be available as a factory option and for retrofit under Hartzell’s Top Prop program.
Piper pilot crashes after turning fuel selector to off
The pilot’s mismanagement of the available fuel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Picture of the Day: No big deal
Lara Gaerte submitted this photo and note: “Nick Gaerte flew his first solo flight on his 16th birthday, Jan. 11, 2023, at Fort Wayne International Airport in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in his family’s PA28-180 Cherokee. Nick has grown up in aviation; his parents are both corporate pilots. Nick’s dad is also an A&P IA mechanic and his mom is a Master CFI and is his flight instructor. Lara, his mom, adds that “Nick feels like he’s been waiting his whole life to fly solo and didn’t think that it was such a big deal. Everyone else at the airport that day (corporate pilots, tower controllers, line and maintenance staff) thought that it was a huge deal!”
One Pilot’s View: The fear of NOT flying
There will come a time in my life when I must quit flying. This is the big creeping dread that hangs around in the back of my mind. It scares me.
GA advocates, safety experts honored at Bob Hoover Trophy reception
Lawmakers, safety experts, general aviation advocates, and one of the industry’s biggest companies were recently honored with awards from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
Full Stop Aviation tapped for MX Aircraft service and sales
Through a partnership with aerobatic champion Rob Holland for sales, the company now provides maintenance and sales services for MXS and MX2 aerobatic aircraft.
Next generation iFly GPS debuts
One of the new features in iFly EFB is Weight & Balance, which will allow pilots to calculate and manage their aircraft’s weight and balance information, according to company officials.