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 […]
SJ30-2 receives certification
The SJ30-2 bizjet recently received type certification, following a 20-year development program. The type certificate approves the new twin-engine light business jet for day, night, VFR, IFR, single-pilot and “full performance envelope” operations. Remaining approvals, such as certification for flight into known icing and operation of cabin interior systems, will be completed before deliveries are […]
Texas Fly-In pilots assist Randolph AFB air show
Home-built airplanes by members of The Texas Fly-In were among the aircraft displays that attracted more than 250,000 visitors to the 75th anniversary Air Show at Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio in November.Homebuilts on display or flying included Rob Chase’s RANS S-7, Mark Frederick’s C-45, Neil Longwill’s Lancair, and Stan Shannon’s RV-9A. The EAA airplanes […]
New Orleans FBO opens
Million Air New Orleans recently became the first FBO at Lakefront Airport to officially reopen its doors in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the Louisiana/Mississippi coast in late August. The FBO set up 2,100 square feet of modular office space, installed new skidded fuel tanks and purchased new fuel trucks. The airport received […]