The incorrect wire labeling, resulting in the trim controls operating in the opposite direction of the pilot’s input.
The beginning of the end to TFRs?
The recent TFR over Martha’s Vineyard for President Barack Obama’s vacation created a gateway airport system that allowed GA pilots to operate within the 30-nm ring and the inner 10-nm-radius no-fly zone, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Pilots had to request a waiver online from the FAA at least 72 hours in […]
Textron spends $880,000 on lobbying
Textron Inc., parent company of Cessna Aircraft and Lycoming Engines, spent $880,000 lobbying in the second quarter, according to an Associated Press story at Forbes.com. That compares to $1 million during the same time period last year and $2.1 million in the first quarter, according to the story, which notes that company officials lobbied lawmakers […]
What do I need to know about a fuel tank on my airpark property?
Q: There’s a fuel tank in the ground on the airpark property I am interested in buying. The seller hasn’t had fuel delivered in a number of years, but says the tank is sound and there’s no reason it can’t be filled by a local distributor of avgas or auto fuel. What are the rules […]
What’s age got to do with it?
Are older pilots prone to accidents? That’s a question posed in the Fort Lauderdale’s Sun-Sentinel newspaper, following the crash of a 78-year-old pilot. The story notes that: “Since 2003, there have been seven accidents in South Florida involving aviators ages 66 to 80. In the same period overall, there have been about 130 accidents, the […]
The future of aviation’s workforce
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has released a report on strategies to strengthen the current and future aerospace workforce. Based on AIAA’s May 2009 “Inside Aerospace Forum” for aviation and space leaders from around the world, the report notes the issues posed by an aging workforce, and sets out strategies to retain […]
Sean O’Donnell: From new sport pilot to flight school owner in three short years
Three years ago at AirVenture, Sean O’Donnell was awarded his Sport Pilot license. This year he attended the show as one of the industry’s newest flight school owners. In 2006 O’Donnell was one of the first recipients of an Able Flight Scholarship. The not-for-profit organization provides the means for disabled pilots to earn their Sport […]
‘Avidyne Live’ launched
Avidyne Corp., a provider of integrated flight deck and safety systems for general aviation aircraft, has launched its new ‘Avidyne Live’ Forum and Blog site at AvidyneLive.com. In addition to the blog, the Avidyne Live Forum includes product-specific topics with tips, frequently asked questions and other product information. It also provides a place for dialog […]
100,000 and counting…
Garmin is celebrating the delivery of more than 100,000 GNS 400/500 series products. Garmin officials estimate that the company’s 400/500 series avionics have been installed on approximately half of all U.S. single and twin-engine piston and turbine aircraft. When first announced in 1998, Garmin’s GNS 400/500 series products were the first general aviation products that […]