A survey conducted by the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) to gather data on inconsistent FAA regulatory interpretations has yielded troubling, yet expected, results, association officials say. “This survey clearly demonstrates the high, unnecessary costs, delays and obstacles aviation businesses suffer due to the FAA’s inconsistent interpretation of the federal aviation regulations,” said NATA President […]
InJet to seek new hires at NBAA convention
InJet is seeking new hires at the National Business Aviation Association 62nd annual convention in Orlando, Fla., this month. ACP Jets launched its private jet charter program, InJet earlier this year, and already there’s a need for increased capabilities and growth, said officials with the West Palm Beach, Fla.-based company. “With the economic environment and […]
Legend FloatCub certified
American Legend Aircraft Co.’s amphibious Legend FloatCub has been certified. This new aircraft, based on a lightweight version of the Legend Cub, is configured with amphibious floats from Baumann Floats, LLC, of New Richmond, Wisconsin. The FloatCub is a certified Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) that meets the category’s seaplane requirements with a simple, repositionable landing […]
Flight Training app debuts
The Finer Points of Flying has joined forces with ForeFlight on a new iPhone app, VFR Communications. The DVD version is also available. The five-chapter instructional course available for the iPhone and iPod touch contains an hour of high-definition video, computer animation and instruction from Jason Miller, recently nominated FAA flight instructor of the year. […]
Women Take Flight
The New England Air Museum will host its sixth annual Women Take Flight event Nov. 8. The program features women who have pioneered new careers for women in aviation and aerospace. Guests will share their experiences one-on-one with museum visitors. Visitors will learn what it takes to join their ranks by hearing personal stories and […]
ProMark newest Remos Pilot Center
ProMark Aviation Services and Remos Aircraft Inc. have signed an agreement naming ProMark as the newest Remos Pilot Center in Texas. ProMark, located just west of Austin, will feature a Sport Pilot training program using the Remos GX Light Sport Aircraft. “We are thrilled to be associated with a company that offers the whole package, […]
Attempt to use speed brake ends fatally
This October 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: Varieze. Location: Chesapeake, Va. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The purpose of the flight was to test the speed brake […]
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Remaining Vigilant
Ed Rosiak – President California Pilots Association Protecting general aviation airports isn’t sexy. There, I have said it, and I doubt anyone would argue the point. Having said that let me also state – it still must be done. It does not surprise the California Pilots Association that we have to work harder than ever […]