WASHINGTON. D.C. — FAA reauthorization has been introduced in the Senate for only a two-year extension, “so President Obama will have a chance to work out his program.” Reauthorization is usually approved for four years. If the Senate and House versions of the bill are reconciled, this means no user fees — at least for […]
Airpark slates fly-in
SilverWing at Sandpoint, an airpark in Idaho, has slated the Sandpoint Fly-In July 18, giving attendees the chance to tour is the site, as well learn more about the hangar/home sites available. Located at the Sandpoint Airport (SZT), the fly-in also will include aviation events, aircraft displays, food, fun and entertainment. Created by aviators, the […]
‘The World of Aviation’ returns
Al Malmberg and “The World of Aviation” are back on the air and available anytime via a weekly podcast on www.thunderbirdaviation.com. Al Malmberg, a Twin Cities radio personality for KSTP Radio, and former host of “The World of Aviation” on WCCO 830 AM, interviews guests each month, while adding his personal adventures flying with Thunderbird […]
New Pilot’s Guide to Avionics released
The Aircraft Electronics Association’s “Pilots Guide to Avionics” has just been released. The guide features several articles aimed at helping pilots make better buying decisions in the field of avionics. The spiral-bound guide also includes a directory of all AEA members, including certified avionics/instrument facilities. Articles in the 2009-2010 Pilot’s Guide Include: New Avionics Products […]
Friends of Aviation takes off
A new organization, Friends of Aviation, has taken off. The group is “all about the people, aircraft and airfields that make up the world of aviation and about the passion and friendliness that exists in the aviation community,” according to organizers. For more information: FriendsOfAviation.org.
XL Insurance expands US aviation team
XL Insurance has expanded its US aviation operations with four new appointments to its New York-based underwriting team. New are underwriters Armand Ferranti Jr., Eileen Mitchell and Charles Koehler, and business analyst Isabel Marin. For more information: www.xlinsurance.com/aviation.
Embry-Riddle slates Career Expo
Looking for a job? Jobseekers can attend Embry-Riddle’s 2009 Industry/Career Expo, one of the largest of its kind in the nation, attracting top employers in aviation, aerospace, business, engineering, and other high-tech fields. The job fair is slated for Nov. 4-5 at the university’s Daytona Beach campus. Employers participating in the event this year include […]
China Aviation Directory published
An English-version China Aviation Directory 2009 has been published and is now available to the business public. The 321-page directory provides a list of all major aviation organizations and companies throughout China, including government agencies, societies and associations, airlines, airports, corporations, aircraft manufacturers, engine manufacturers, tool and machinery manufacturers, aeronautical research institutes and universities, air […]
Failure to lock in fuel lever leads to crash
Fuel starvation as result of the pilot’s failure to properly position the fuel selector.