WASHINGTON, D.C. — Information leaks in this town are means of communications. The only times politicians click their tongues in shame are when the leakers get caught. Therefore, it should not surprise anyone that information was leaked to me about what certain individuals will be receiving for Christmas. True to my journalistic profession, I will […]
What is the shelf life of avgas?
The short answer is that, under most conditions, the shelf life of avgas is about one year. If you are a commercial operator, this is the end of the discussion.
FAA Flight Plan still focuses on user fees
The FAA’s recently released Flight Plan 2006-2010, the agency’s strategic planning and goal-setting document, is still focused on user fees to take care of its claims of a funding crisis. “There is a fundamental disagreement between the FAA and AOPA about whether the aviation trust fund is running out of money,” said AOPA President Phil […]
Florida company buys AirCam
Float Planes and Amphibs (FPNA) of Sebring, Fla., has acquired Leza AirCam. “We are fully committed to continuing and further enhancing the production of all Leza aircraft, specifically the Drifter, AirCam and Flightstar,” said Shawn Okun of FPNA. “Our immediate plans are to introduce an updated version of the AirCam.” Options will include an enclosed […]
Cub vs. Cub
CubCrafters has filed a lawsuit against American Legend Aircraft Co. over its Cub-inspired design, the Legend Cub. The lawsuit was filed in a Texas federal court to stop Sulphur Springs, Texas-based American Legend Aircraft from using the names “Cub” and “Legend,” as well as the well-known yellow with black stripe design, according to Todd Simons, […]
Chambliss earns fifth national aerobatic title
After a week of intense competition in October, Kirby Chambliss earned his fifth national championship at the U.S. National Aerobatic Championships in Denison, Texas, flying his Red Bull Edge 540. Chambliss is only the second pilot to earn five championships. The only pilot to win more was the legendary Leo Loudenslager, who won seven titles […]
Corporate ANgel Network flies 22,000th cancer patient
Corporate Angel Network (CAN), a charity whose sole mission is to arrange free flights for cancer patients using empty seats on corporate aircraft, has flown its 22,000th cancer patient. Since its founding nearly 25 years ago, CAN has grown to include 530 participating corporations, five paid staff, and 50 part-time volunteers who work with patients, […]
Kelly Aerospace buys Northcoast
Kelly Aerospace has bought Northcoast Technologies, developer of a thin film hot wing system and an all-electric aircraft air conditioning system. Northcoast becomes Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems. Bob Rutherford, a Northcoast founder, is the new firm’s vice president and general manager. Northcoast’s Thermawing system is certified for Columbia 350s and 400s, but has applications for […]
A century as record keepers
The National Aeronautic Association celebrated its 100th birthday this year. Formed in 1905 as the Aero Club of America, it has been this country’s official representative to the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale, the world aviation record keepers, ever since. The oldest aviation organization in the United States, the NAA’s work encompasses all areas of flight, from […]