Mike, a Chicago area pilot, shares his experiences with apnea on his blog, as well as his thoughts about what the new proposal means: “As a pilot with apnea I thought it time to share my experiences and weigh in on the long-term FAA requirements that come from an apnea diagnosis. I’m against this proposal, […]
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Executive Flyers Aviation inaugurates IMC Club chapter
BEDFORD, Mass — Executive Flyers Aviation at Laurence G. Hanscom Field (BED) recently hosted the inaugural meeting of a new chapter of the international IMC Club. Michael Goulian, Executive Flyers Aviation’s Chief Pilot, airshow performer and Red Bull Air Race pilot, also serves on the IMC Club’s Board of Directors. “Executive Flyers is thrilled to […]
Embry-Riddle’s first Ph.D students graduate
The first eight students are preparing to graduate from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Ph.D. program, which was launched in 2010. Ranging in age from 26 to 57, five of the students earned a Ph.D. in Aviation and three earned a Ph.D. in Engineering Physics. “We are proud of the high level of research that our Ph.D. […]
World War II conspiracies come to life in new novel
TACOMA, Wash. – The popularity of conspiracy theories is frequently rooted in the belief that governments are not transparent in their actions. This belief was the basis for author Albert Bartlett’s new World War II thriller, “MacCaulley’s Monster.” “MacCaulley’s Monster” is the fictional tale of a mysterious unidentified aircraft shot down near the English Channel […]
Air Tractor unveils new airframe and engine warranty
At the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) Convention this week in Reno, Nevada, Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch announced a new airframe and engine warranty policy to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and to mark 50 years of Pratt & Whitney’s PT6A engine. The new Air Tractor airframe warranty is a full warranty on the […]
Two South Dakota CAP cadets awarded flight scholarships
Two Civil Air Patrol South Dakota Wing cadets, William Small and Silas Busch, have been selected for 2014 Wing Flight Scholarships. Cadet Colonel Small of the Lookout Mountain Composite Squadron in Spearfish and Cadet First Lieutenant Busch of the Rushmore Composite Squadron in Rapid City will each receive a $1,000 scholarship to be used for flying […]
Miller debuts new portable welders
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has introduced the Dynasty 280 and Maxstar 280 TIG welders, which provide the ability to weld metal up to 3/8-inch thick — yet are lighter, more portable and use less energy than machines of similar output capabilities, according to company officials. Weighing in at 52 and 47 pounds, the Dynasty 280 […]
Yankee Pacific Aerospace changes name to Advent Aerospace
RYE, N.H. — Yankee Pacific Aerospace, Inc, which provides custom structures, components and systems to the corporate aircraft markets, is to be re-named Advent Aerospace, on Jan. 1, 2014. The new name reflects the company’s evolution from a company name based on geographical reach to one reflecting its emphasis on technology, innovation and product development, […]
Wrong runway for Cessna
Aircraft: Cessna 182. Injuries: None. Location: St. Paul, Minn. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The tower controller informed the pilot that the wind was from 230°. The pilot had the option of landing on runway 27 or runway 14, and chose runway 14, which gave the airplane a quartering tailwind. The pilot said the visual approach was […]