A new exhibit commemorating World War II pilots in the 406th Fighter Group opens on Friday, Dec. 19, in Hangar 3 at the Pima Air & Space Museum near Tucson, Arizona. The exhibit features photographs, personal items and memorabilia donated by members of the 406th Fighter Group and the 406th Fighter Group WWII Memorial Association. […]
‘Temporary’ Washington ADIZ to be permanent
The Federal Aviation Administration has released the final version of a rule making the Washington, D.C., Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) – the only such zone within the borders of the United States – a permanent fixture in American airspace. The change comes despite congressional inquiries, negative economic studies, more than 22,000 written comments from […]
New Canadian ELT rule to be mandatory for all
Transport Canada has confirmed that Canadian airspace will be closed to all aircraft not equipped with 406-mHz emergency locator transmitters within the next two years. Transport Canada has affirmed its decision to make 406-MHz emergency locator transmitters mandatory on everything but gliders, balloons, ultralights and a few special-use aircraft. The requirement extends to foreign-registered aircraft […]
Foothill Aircraft named Legend Cub dealer
American Legend Aircraft Co. has named Foothill Aircraft of Upland, California, a dealer for the company’s Legend Cub certified Light Sport Aircraft. Foothill Aircraft will provide sales and support to Legend Cub operators in southern California and Nevada. Foothill Aircraft Sales & Service, Inc. has been serving corporate and general aviation since 1952 at Cable […]
Academy of Model Aeronautics 2009 Expo set for January
The 11th Annual Academy of Model Aeronautics 2009 Expo, featuring radio-controlled model airplanes, helicopters, trains, cars, boats and more, is slated for Jan. 9-11 at the Ontario Convention Center in Ontario, California. The three-day expo, open to the public, provides a display of the latest products for the modeling enthusiast and activities, such as flying […]
West Star Aviation adds to sales team
West Star Aviation, Inc. has named Vel Kovacevich to its interior modification sales team. He previously worked in contracts at West Star Aviation where he produced interior proposals for all of the company’s facilities. Kovacevich will continue these duties along with his new sales role. West Star Aviation specializes in airframe and engine repair and […]
Engine preheating streamlined
Sporty’s SureStart Electric Pre-Heater weighs just 16 pounds, yet provides 20,000 BTUs of heat, capable of preheating most aircraft engines from 10°F to starting temperature in only 45 minutes, according to Sporty’s officials. The SureStart Electric Pre-Heater plugs into a standard 110v outlet and uses less than 15 amps. Available exclusively from Sporty’s, the SureStart […]
Landmark Aviation completes expansion of White Plains FBO
Landmark Aviation has completed an expansion and renovation project at its FBO at Westchester County Airport (HPN) in White Plains, N.Y. The $5.4 million project included the addition of 8,110 square foot of space, and a renovation of 15,098 square feet of existing space. Some of the additions include an executive conference room, a private […]
Sport Plane Dynamics named Paradise Aircraft dealer
Sport Plane Dynamics, represented by Ed Ricks and Jay Brentlinger, has been named the Arizona dealer of the Paradise Aircraft line of Light Sport Aircraft. The Paradise Aircraft product line, which includes two models, the Paradise P-1 and the P-1 SP with hand controls for disabled pilots, is manufactured in Brazil and assembled in Sebring, […]