PRIEST RIVER, Idaho — Aerocet, Inc. has successfully completed the first flight trials with the Quest Kodiak on Aerocet model 6650 composite amphibious floats. This is a “substantial milestone” towards certification of the floats, which are designed specifically for the Kodiak, which is manufactured by Quest Aircraft in Sandpoint, Idaho, Aerocet officials noted. Flight testing […]
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My first plane
By EDWARD DOLEJSI The overwhelming desire to buy a plane for the first timer can be the experience of a lifetime. The dream of owning my own plane, the search for the right one, and finally parting with my money, should have started my life in the pilots’ paradise. Well, “should have” are the operative […]
RANS debuts aircraft covering conversion kits
RANS now has conversion kits for several of its models that allow owners to convert pre-sewn Dacron envelope covered planes to the Superflite fabric. The kits include all the parts needed to adapt the wings, according to company officials. “If your plane is coming up for re-cover, consider a conversion kit,” company officials said in […]
Bearhawk ships LSA kits, adds second door to Patrol
Bearhawk Aircraft started delivering kits of the Bearhawk LSA (pictured below) in June. “We offer the Bearhawk LSA as a quick build, a plans-built, and everything in between,” said Mark Goldberg, Bearhawk Aircraft’s owner. Announced last August, the prototype of the Bob Barrows-designed two seater will be on display at AirVenture. In addition to the LSA, feedback from […]
Sonex to open production slots for SubSonex jet at AirVenture
Sonex Aircraft will give potential customers of the company’s newest aircraft, the SubSonex personal jet, their first opportunity to get in line for production slots at this month’s AirVenture. Full details to be announced at a briefing for customers and members of the media on Sunday, July 28, during the Sonex Aircraft Homecoming and Open […]
Duel of British legends
LONDON — In a unique race, two British legends — the Supermarine Spitfire and the Range Rover — recently competed against each other in a race down a British runway. The race was organized by FortyOneSix.com ahead of this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. Video of the race is available here. First off-road challenge of […]
Entegra Release 9 avionics certified on Saratoga NX
Avidyne Corp. and NexAir Avionics of Mansfield, Mass., have received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval from the FAA for the installation of the Avidyne Entegra Release 9 Integrated Flight Deck (R9) in the Piper PA-32-301 series Saratoga aircraft. This R9 certification is part of the overall FAA approval of NexAir’s Saratoga NX aircraft revitalization program, […]
Sonex enters quick build market
Sonex Aircraft now has available new Quick Build options for the Sonex, Waiex, and Onex aircraft models. These new kit upgrades consist of Sonex Aircraft Complete Airframe Kits with major assemblies pre-constructed; the fuselage and wing of the aircraft will be included assembled and riveted, and the aircraft canopy will be installed. Sonex and […]
RANS S-20 Raven now in development
The RANS S-20 Raven, which is now in development, will be shown at the upcoming AirVenture in “bare bones form.” According to company officials, this plane is the successor to the Coyote II S-6S. The S-6ES will remain in production. Features include: All welded Steel Fuselage and tail. Flat aluminum landing gear made of 7075, […]