Dignitaries waxed poetic about South Carolina’s Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (LRO) and general aviation before cutting a royal blue ribbon on the facility’s new $1 million terminal March 12. For full story: Charleston.net/news/2009/mar/13/ribbon_cut_on_airports_new_m_terminal74859/
Homebuilt sim lands in Guiness Book of World Records
Matthew Sheil has built what could easily be one of the most elaborate big boy’s toys in the world, and his efforts have earned him a Guinness world record, according to a recent report in “The Sydney Morning Herald.” The homebuilt sim, almost identical to the cockpit of a Boeing 747-700, is described by Guinness […]
AD: Cessna 208 and 208B
An Airworthiness Directive (AD) becomes effective April 15 for some Cessna Models 208 and 208B airplanes, requiring owners to modify the aileron carry-through cable attachment to the aileron upper quadrant with parts of improved design. The AD results from reports of a “catch” in the aileron control system when the control yoke is turned. For […]
Nanoballs and LSA
What on Earth could something called nanoballs have to do with flying Light Sport Aircraft? Potentially great news, that’s what, reports Dan Johnson, who writes General Aviation News’ LSA and Sport Pilot column, Splog. To read his full post: ByDanJohnson.com
Landing gear hits runway sign
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance, resulting in an in-flight collision with an airport sign.
Nelson named Shadin Avionics CEO
Dan Nelson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Shadin Avionics. Nelson brings nine years of aerospace industry experience with Rosemount and Honeywell, in addition to 10 years of business leadership with companies such as ATMI Inc. and Nanovance Inc. He has managed primary and secondary air data sensor programs for the F-22, Paveway and […]
Construction begins on GSP terminal
Construction of a new $1.25 million general aviation terminal at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) in South Carolina is set to begin April 1. To read the full story: TheState.com/breakingbiz/story/712129.html
Politicians need to stop bashing jets
An editorial in The Wichita Eagle notes that President Obama and Congress need to stop bad-mouthing business jets. “They’ve done too much damage already,” the editorial states. The Wichita City Council approved a resolution this week recognizing how business jets can be essential tools for successful companies. It also resolved to invite Obama to visit […]
Government hypocrisy regarding BizAv
Judicial Watch has uncovered, and posted it its website, large volumes of email documenting Congressional requests for military airlifts. The March 10, 2009 story highlights some of the more brazen communications from Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi’s office and assistant’s to Department of Defense (DOD) staff. During another email exchange DOD staff advised Kay […]