Build A Plane, a non-profit organization that helps teach science, technology, engineering and math to young people by having them build or restore real airplanes, is tapping into the popularity of the online auction site eBay. Starting late last month, the organization began auctioning off a wide variety of one-of-a-kind items, from aviation collectibles and […]
The ultimate ‘Gift of Flight’? Eight classic jet fighters and trainers for sale
A British auction company is offering what may be the ultimate gift to a pilot. Eight de Havilland Vampire and Venom military jets are being offered “by tender,” as the British say, which means make offers. The two Vampire trainers, a Vampire fighter and five Venom fighter-bombers can be bought individually or as a collection, […]
Want to make a living flying and help people at the same time? Air Serv International puts out call for pilots
Air Serv International puts out call for pilots Air Serv International is looking for a few good pilots. The not-for-profit humanitarian aviation organization currently has overseas openings for experienced pilots. Be it war, floods, famine, epidemics or any other humanitarian crisis, an Air Serv plane is usually there providing vital support to relief operations. From […]
EA-100 latest LSA to receive approval
EA-100 latest LSAto receive approval Eagle Aircraft Co.’s EA-100 Light Sport Aircraft received its Special LSA approval Nov. 26. It is the 62nd LSA to receive SLSA approval. The EA100, priced at $76,995, is ready to fly, according to officials at the company, which is based at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The high-wing, all […]
David Tallichet, restaurant pioneer and airplane collector, dies at 84
David Tallichet, who founded the 94th Aero Squadron and seven other themed restaurant chains, died Oct. 29 at the age of 84. Tallichet’s 94th Aero Squadron restaurants were built to look like French farmhouses barricaded with sandbags against World War I German bombardment. Outside were mock-up World War I aircraft. Inside were fascinating photographs and […]
Cirrus unveils anniversary SR20
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Cirrus SR20, Cirrus Design Corp. is unveiling its 2008 SR20-Generation Three. Company officials say the plane is “brand new from nose to tail,” and will be available for delivery beginning early next month. The new SR20 boasts a re-engineered wing, designed with a new carbon-fiber spar that reduces […]
Aviation artist Sam Lyons joins Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame
Sam Lyons has received many honors during his many years as an aviation artist, but he says the announcement that he will be inducted into the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame is the most thrilling of them. “I usually feel that making a living as an aviation artist is reward enough for what I do,” Lyons commented, […]
International Women’s Air and Space Museum introduces collectible cards
Just in time to be a Christmas stocking stuffer, the International Women’s Air & Space Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, has introduced a collectible deck of playing cards celebrating the achievements of women in aviation and space. Many of the photographs used to create the cards are pulled from the museum’s archives and depict famous women […]
FAA reauthorization stalled
Congress is expected to pass yet another extension of the FAA Reauthorization bill, which expired Sept. 30. A second extension expires Dec. 14 and Washington insiders say there is no way a bill will be ready by then. Some estimate it could be at least a year before the reauthorization is complete, because lawmakers cannot […]