Flying Compass, a travel website, has named its top U.S. aviation museums and attractions. Listed among the favorites from coast to coast are: * Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C * Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, N.C. * United States Air Force Museum, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio * Carillon Historical Park, […]
Three die in mid-air collision
The inadequate visual lookout of the pilots in both airplanes, and their failure to maintain clearance.
PrayerFlight takes off
PrayerFlight takes off today at noon, when more than 70 airplanes will fly over every state capital in the United States with folks onboard praying for our nation. This is the second year for the 50 Capitals PrayerFlight, which was launched in 2008 by a group of pilots and “prayer warriors” in Bluffton, Ohio. The […]
That’s not an airplane, it’s my mistress
Pilots who are fond of their airplanes often speak about them in dulcet tones, using endearing phrases that are usually reserved for wives or girlfriends. Roy Prugh of Peoria, Ill., is one of these pilots. He owns a 1959 Ercoupe he named “Kate.” The Ercoupe, said Prugh, is one of the more enduring designs in […]
The National Air Force Museum of Canada
If you plan to visit Ontario, Canada, and have an interest in military aviation, writer Jason Gray tells us you won’t want to miss The National Air Force Museum. On the grounds of Canadian Forces Base Trenton, it “houses one of the finest collections of military aircraft, uniforms and art in the world,” Gray wrote […]
General aviation aircraft shipments down
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association stated on May 5 that, in the first three months of 2009, deliveries of general aviation airplanes totaled 462 units, a 41.1% drop from the same period last year, with industry billings falling 18.2% to $4.34 billion. “This is an extremely difficult time for our industry,” said GAMA President and […]
Viper Aircraft focuses on fuel efficiency
Viper Aircraft Corporation said on May 5 that the latest addition to its Viperjet line – the Viperjet LXR – utilizes the certified Pratt & Whitney JT15D-1A, 2200 lbs static thrust turbofan engine to increase range, decrease emissions and lower fuel consumption. “Without sacrificing performance, we have achieved our company goal of offering customers a […]
American Capital gains $31 million on Piper sale
American Capital Ltd. realized a gain of $31 million from its sale of Piper Aircraft to Imprimis, “subject to post closing adjustments,” according to a May 1 news release from the company. American Capital’s total gain over the years of its Piper investment was $48 million and its compounded annual rate of return, including interest […]
New technology to save your life
Pilots love new technology, especially new technology that can help save their lives. That’s where My Med Stick comes in. The device stores all your medical information, personal information, contacts, even your living will, explained Greg Olusczak, territory manager for the company. Medical information is open to first responders, so if you are injured and […]