Bill Clifford and Ace Prechtl of Long Island, New York, co-own Serendipity, a 1940 N3N-3 that Ace restored several decades ago. According to Bill, the the N3N is “just a wonderful airplane — the controls are all balanced so it handles great, it flies straight and level so nice, and it’s fully aerobatic. It’s an incredible airplane!”
Tips for runway safety
During the FAA’s Runway Safety Town Hall for general aviation pilots, FAA officials, air traffic controllers and runway safety experts offered tips on how the reduce the risk of airfield errors and lower the potential for accidents.
New airplane hangar condominiums in the works at KOKV
Construction is expected to begin immediately on the first phase of the project, which includes 11 box-style hangars.
magniX unveils two optimized-for-flight electric propulsion units
“Based on thousands of ground test and flight hours, these electric propulsion units have been optimized for real-world commercial aviation applications to further accelerate the path to certification for electric aircraft and bring the future of electric aviation closer to reality,” company officials said in a prepared release.
Vulture hits Beech 95 in flight
The airplane’s impact with a bird.
Picture of the Day: Newly painted Compass Rose
Bruce Spears submitted this photo and note: “A sunny day for a flight to South Shore Regional Airport (CYAU) in Nova Scotia, Canada.”
General aviation saves the day
“GA was much more significant in our business in 2020,” says Shön Taylor of Red Rock Reef. “It has proven to be a lifesaver for some of our clients.”
Giving students valuable hands-on experience
Beginning in the 2021 fall semester, the helicopter, valued at more than $500,000, will provide approximately 100 students in the Avionics and Airframe programs with an opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of a fully rigged helicopter, including its electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Defying the odds
The International Women’s Air & Space Museum’s first-ever virtual exhibit, “Defying the Odds: Exploring the Impact of Women and Aviation in the First Half of the 20th Century,” shines a light on lesser known pioneers and trailblazing women, according to officials with the museum, which is located inside the Burke Lakefront Airport (KBKL) terminal building in Cleveland, Ohio.