“If we truly want to fix the real problems facing the FAA today, the solution is simple,” claims Oregon Representative Peter DeFazio. Really? “Congress can and should pass targeted reforms.” Cool. That is simple. Umm. So… why haven’t you passed “targeted reforms” Rep. DeFazio? After all, you’ve served as a member of the House Transportation […]
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Video: Patrouille de France’s U.S. tour
Daher’s support of the Patrouille de France aerobatic team’s trans-Atlantic crossing for its U.S. tour that honored America’s entry into World War I is highlighted in a new video now available online. For the multi-stop trip from Europe to North America, Daher provided a TBM 930, which flew ahead of the French Air Force aerobatic team’s […]
Merlin quick-build kit earns 51% approval
The FAA’s FAA’s National Kit Evaluation Team (NKET) recently evaluated the Merlin’s Quick Build Kit, and it passed by .01%, according to company officials. “You can’t get more builder-friendly than that,” says Aeromarine President Chip Erwin, from his build center in Florida, where two customers are completing their Merlin PSA kits right now. Two more […]
Jet Aviation opens new FBO at Hanscom Field
Jet Aviation recently celebrated the opening of a new hangar and FBO terminal at Hanscom Field (KBED) in Bedford, Mass. The new 40,000-square-foot hangar is capable of handling aircraft up to the Gulfstream G650 and the Global 7000, according to Jet Aviation President Rob Smith. The two-story FBO terminal has 13,000 square feet dedicated to customer […]
Concorde Battery STC approved for Cessna 680
An STC has been issued by the FAA to install Concorde Battery’s RG-380E/60L or RG-380E/53L AGM sealed lead acid batteries in Cessna 680 aircraft. The Sovereign joins the list of Citation aircraft certified to fly with the Concorde RG Series batteries. ST04366AT allows for two RG-380E/60L (48 Ah) or two RG-38E/53L (53 Ah) AGM sealed […]
Fuel exhaustion brings down float plane
The pilot reported that about 10 miles from his destination airport he exhausted his fuel supply. Subsequently, the engine experienced a total loss of engine power and he made an emergency landing in a soft dirt field in Andover, Minnesota. During the landing roll, the amphibious float-equipped Flight Design CTLS nosed over and came to rest […]
I married my plane
By ARTHUR BILLINGSLEY As I reviewed the classifieds in General Aviation News for the third time this week, I had a moment to consider why. Why was I looking at airplane porn for the third time this week? Why was I mentally cheating on my plane? My plane is a very capable and reliable airplane. Many other […]
Democrats introduce legislation to stabilize FAA funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democrats are rejecting President Trump’s plans to privatize America’s air traffic control system, instead introducing legislation to stabilize FAA funding. Rep. Rick Larsen (Washington), the top-ranking Democrat on the House Aviation Subcommittee, joined by Rep. Peter DeFazio (Oregon) and other Democrats on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, introduced H.R. 2800, […]
Osh for a Cause fundraiser to benefit Young Eagles
Precise Flight and GlobalParts.aero are partnering to host Osh for a Cause, a benefit for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) Young Eagles program July 25 during EAA AirVenture 2017. Osh for a Cause will feature celebrity pilots and the opportunity for fans to connect with their favorite aviator while supporting youth in aviation. The event […]