“Hey, you want to meet a WASP?” The answer was a resounding yes from students involved in one of the many Aviation Career Education programs that visited AirVenture. While in the warbird area they had the opportunity to meet WASP Marty Wyall, class of 44-10. “Fly Girl is painted just like the ones we flew […]
Next generation ATC: What will it be and how will we pay for it?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pilots and aircraft owners will be getting new equipment and learning new procedures in the coming years as the FAA develops and puts into operation its next generation air transportation system (NextGen). The cost to the FAA will mean increasing its budget to more than $1 billion a year for the next […]
Assembling a fuel-injected engine: What about sealants and fuel line routing?
I have nearly finished assembling a Lycoming O-360 that will be fuel injected. I am trying to find information regarding what kind, if any, sealant I should use and how to apply that sealant should one be used. I am assuming that careful application would be required in this area, specifically the fuel flow divider. […]
Got fuel? This pilot didn’t and ended p in a cornfield
The pilot’s inadequate in-flight planning/decision making, resulting in the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Keep deer off runways
Airport operators can keep deer off runways with the new Deer Blocker Deer Fence from Nixalite of America Inc. Deer Blocker Deer Fencing is an alternative to metal and plastic deer fencing. Constructed from UV resistant polyethylene, the fence is strong, light weight, easy to install and virtually invisible from normal viewing distances. For more […]
AirShares Elite New England has launched new training programs for pilots in the AirShares Elite shared ownership program.
AirShares Elite New England has launched new training programs for pilots in the AirShares Elite shared ownership program. Led by Neil Singer, a 5,000-hour Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and Gold Seal and Master Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI) with expertise in Technically Advanced Aircraft training, the programs include safety seminars, instructor standardization and expanded ground and […]
Klein Tools introduces Multi-Pocket Tool Totes
Klein Tools recently expanded its Tool Tote line with two new multi-pocket tote bags – a 17-pocket Tool Tote with a shoulder strap and a seven-pocket Tool Tote. Constructed of rugged, 600 x 300 denier polyester, the new bags are designed to withstand wear and tear. They also are water-resistant to avoid the buildup of […]
Tampa International Jet Center lands new tenant
The Tampa International Jet Center (TIJC) has entered into a long-term relationship with ExecuJet Charter Services, formerly of Clearwater, Fla. ExecuJet has relocated six turbine aircraft, ranging from a King Air 200 to Falcon 50, to the TIJC facility at Tampa International Airport in Florida. For more information: 813-319-8000 or
Willson debuts new safety eyewear
Willson Safety Products has launched its new A700 and A800 Series of safety eyewear. Designed with sporty style in mind, the eyewear meets demanding ANSI safety standards, company officials say. The Willson A700 Series combines new sport styling with high protection standards. The lightweight, wrap-around, nine-base lens design provides substantial coverage and a distortion-free, 180° […]