The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has activated its Humanitarian Emergency Response Operator (HERO) database to facilitate the general aviation and business aviation industry’s mobilization in support of relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has caused widespread damage to communities across the Southeastern U.S.
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ASA introduces new version of AirClassics Flight Bag
The new version features larger end pockets, lanyard, and inside color.
Picture of the Day: Formation over Connecticut
Ross Detwiler submitted this photo and note: “Two of us own the Baron together. My partner, Al, also owns a Bonanza from which this picture was taken. Our friend Chris held the camera out the right side window to get this shot.”
Human Factors: Even a little crash can be deadly
More often than not, it’s the little things that kill you. For instance, of all the myriad hazards of flying the bush in Alaska, death by pond taxi in the state’s third-largest city would seem so low on the list of possibilities as to be nearly impossible. And yet…
Work begins on new terminal for KWWR
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics, in collaboration with the City of Woodward, recently celebrated the groundbreaking for a new terminal at West Woodward Airport (KWWR).
Picture of the Day: Electric airplane wows Aviation Weekend visitors
Susan Loricchio submitted this photo and note: “Recently, I co-organized ‘Aviation Weekend’ with Liberty Science Center in Jersey City. We were lucky enough to have the world’s first FAA certified all-electric aircraft, Pipistrel’s Velis Electro, on hand for an up lose look, courtesy of Lincoln Park Aviation.”
The grandeur of the Grassroots Fly-In
Brodhead Airport (C37) in Wisconsin is “A Home for Grassroots Aviation” in every sense. These lovely, well-cared-for grounds are home to the Midwest Antique Airplane Club’s (MAAC) private, members-only Grassroots Fly-In, which is held annually the weekend after Labor Day.
Last video in Taming the Twin series released
In collaboration with Sporty’s Pilot Shop, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Air Safety Institute (ASI) has released the last of five videos in its Taming the Twin series on how to safely operate a multiengine airplane.
Blackhawk Performance Center earns Repair Station Certification
With the new certification, the facility offers engine upgrades, avionics, and more.