Finding a way to market the 28 Eclipse 500s formerly flown by now-bankrupt DayJet has proven a formidable task at which several would-be entrepreneurs already have failed. Not deterred by that history, Randall Sanada, chairman of California-based Jet-Alliance, a charter and management firm, has proposed a new way to market the jets, which are owned […]
New amphibians rely on historic designs
It was recently reported that an aging fleet of seaplanes is prompting several companies to come forward with new or renewed seaplane designs. Aircraft mentioned include Viking Air’s new-production Twin Otter, the reborn Grumman Goose by Antilles Seaplanes, and the new design Dornier Seastar amphibian. The Viking website (VikingAir.com) refers to the new-build Twin Otter […]
More layoffs at Cessna, Bombardier
Cessna Aircraft and Bombardier Aerospace each announced cuts in their business jet production rates, this week. Both said that they plan to lay off more people, as well. On March 30, Cessna’s Jack Pelton told employees that, because of continuing economic decline, “We have revised [downward] our production schedules for 2009 and 2010, and that […]
Wright brothers’ house, factory get Park Service protection
Amanda Wright Lane, great-grandniece of the Wright brothers, joined Congressman Mike Turner (R-Ohio) for a White House ceremony, March 30, at which Hawthorn Hill and the Wright factory buildings were brought under the protection of the National Park Service. Turner sponsored the bill, which was signed by President Barack H. Obama. “Adding Hawthorn Hill and […]
Airport is an ‘economic machine’
Virginia’s Chesterfield Airport is a definite spoke in the regional air transportation wheel. According to a story at MidlothianExchange.com, approximately 30,000 vehicles pass the sign that shows the entrance to the Chesterfield Airport on a daily basis. The local spot records about 82,000 take-offs and landings each year that seemingly go unnoticed from passer-bys except […]
US Flight Academy wins self examination authority
The FAA has granted the US Flight Academy the right to self examination for its Part 141 training programs.As of May 1, the Denton, Texas, flight school is authorized to issue licenses and pilot upgrades without relying on the services of a Designated Pilot Examiner. The Self Examination award is due in part to the […]
Aircraft Spruce Canada slates grand opening super sale and fly-in
Aircraft Spruce Canada will host its official Grand Opening at Brantford Municipal Airport Saturday June 6. “Canadian aircraft builders, owners and pilots have been a big part of our business for years,” said Aircraft Spruce President Jim Irwin. “We are pleased to open a facility in a great location such as Brantford. We can ship […]
FAA rolls out new education opportunities for helicopter pilots
With the debut of its new GAT-II HELO flight training device at the Safety & Training Summit 2009 April 27-28 in Denver, the FAA officially extends its Airman Education Programs into the helicopter market. The GAT-II HELO is one of four flight training devices used by the FAA’s Civil Aerospace Medical Institute as part of […]
Concorde Battery debuts capacity tester
Concorde Battery Corp. introduces the BC-5000 Battery Capacity Tester.The BC-5000 is made to accurately and reliably test airworthiness and capacity for 12 volt and 24 volt lead acid aircraft batteries. The portable unit, appropriate for field testing or shop operations, accommodates a range of batteries with capacities from 10-50 AH. Included on the BC-5000 is […]