The Aviat Husky is known for its STOL capability and nimble handling. How could anyone improve on that? By changing the aileron and flaps on the aircraft, says Stu Horn, owner of Aviat Husky, Inc. The first thing Husky fans will notice, says Horn, is that the spade that hung off the wing has been […]
Developer sets sights on Pine Mountain Airport
Officials in Harris County, Georgia, are in a quandary. A developer of a resort hotel — essential, they say, to the success of the county’s main tourist attraction, Callaway Gardens — wants to close Pine Mountain Airport (PIM). But county officials — and the FAA — want the airport to stay open. The airport, Callaway […]
WASP Marianne Beard Nutt dies at 84
Marianne Beard Nutt, a member of the WASP class of 1943, died Jan. 16. She was 84. Born in 1920, Nutt developed a passion for aviation at the tender age of 7 after seeing Amelia Earhart in her Beech. Although her family did not have the money for flying lessons and she was told girls […]
Premier Air Center acquires West Star Aviation and Avionics
EAST ALTON, Ill. — Premier Air Center at St. Louis Regional Airport (KALN) has acquired West Star Aviation, an FBO in Grand Junction, Colo., and West Star Avionics of Hiawatha, Iowa. 800-922-2421.
Atlantic Aviation takes over two California FBOs
DALLAS — Atlantic Aviation has acquired FBOs at two California airports: John Wayne Airport in Orange County and Palm Springs International Airport. Atlantic now has 12 locations, including FBOs in New Orleans, Long island, Teterboro, Houston and Philadelphia.
Wilson Air Center adds Charlotte location
MEMPHIS — Wilson Air Center is set to open a second location at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT). Wilson Air will operate from the former Signature location on the field. In an agreement between Charlotte/Douglas International Airport and Wilson Air Center, the airport retains ownership of the facilities, but Wilson Air Center will run the day-to-day […]
Employees take over Muncie Aviation Co.
MUNCIE, Ind. — The employees of Muncie Aviation Co. have purchased the company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The Delaware County Airport FBO, which has 60 employees, is one of the oldest distributors of Piper aircraft. It is also a Socata distributor. 800-289-7141.
Aircraft Engine Services to open distribution center at Space Coast Regional
TITUSVILLE, Fla. — Aircraft Engine Services, Inc. has inked a deal to open a new distribution center for piston aircraft engines at Space Coast Regional Airport (TIX). “We needed a distribution site with a port,” said Luc de Gaspe Beaubien, Aircraft Engine Services director of sales, marketing, and service. “Another important advantage offered by the […]
Need a coach to see you through buying an airplane?
Purchasing an airplane can be a complicated process, one that drives away many prospective buyers. That’s why AvCoach was formed. Based in Oxford, Conn., AvCoach is a consulting/coaching firm that helps guide potential airplane owners through a potentially intimidating process. “Our goal is to find out what the client’s expectations are and then match those […]