So says the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation. I don’t know much about helicopters — most general aviation pilots don’t. But these guys are grabbing attention and filling seats at airshows. And I had hardly heard of them before. What sound? It’s the distinctive “whop-whop-whop” of a two-bladed Huey of Vietnam War fame. Under the moniker […]
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Sun ‘n Fun kicks off tomorrow
The 38th annual Sun ’n Fun Fly-In kicks off Tuesday, March 27, at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (LAL) in Florida. A full day of activities is planned, from forums to the airshow to the evening program featuring the Parris Island Marine Band, who are playing as part of the fly-in’s celebration of 100 years of […]
Vertical Power introduces next-generation backup EFIS
Vertical Power has debuted the VP-400 system, a back-up EFIS that flies the aircraft safely to the best runway in an emergency, according to officials. As you fly, the VP-400 constantly searches for the best runway to land in an engine-out glide scenario, officials explained. In an emergency, the pilot presses a red button on […]
Inaugural Eagle Flights to take off at Oshkosh
The Experimental Aircraft Association’s new Eagle Flights program, the aviation orientation program for adults, will have its official kickoff this summer with inaugural flights at the EAA AirVenture fly-in, which is scheduled for July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wis. The Eagle Flights program, which is based on the EAA Young Eagles flights […]
Groups partner to create IFR Proficiency Center at Oshkosh
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) is teaming up with the IMC Club to host three instrument flying proficiency seminars at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, held July 23-29. The IMC Club was founded in 2010 with the goal to increase proficiency and improve safety among instrument rated pilots. The club currently has 1,350 members […]
Flight school earns honorary seal
Calhoun Air Center at Calhoun County Airport in Texas has received the 2012 WOAW Certified Women Friendly Flight Training Facility seal by Women of Aviation Worldwide (WOAW). This is the second year the flight school has been awarded the seal. Calhoun County Airport manager, Dianna Stanger, commented, “Calhoun Air Center is proud that Women of […]
Team RV debuts at Sun ’n Fun — again
It’s not often you can do something for the first time, again. Team RV has had a year to anticipate its return to Sun ’n Fun to debut its one-of-a-kind performance before aviation enthusiasts from all over the world. “We can’t wait to fly at SUN ‘n FUN and gauge response from this crowd. It’s a […]
Piper Aircraft starts 75th celebration at Sun ’n Fun
Piper Aircraft is kicking off a year-long celebration of its 75th anniversary this week at Sun ’n Fun. Highlighting the celebrations is the display of a vintage Piper Cub at the company’s exhibit at the Florida airshow. Also on display are M-Class aircraft, including the turboprop Meridian and pressurized single-engine Mirage, as well as a […]
Hauslein named to AOPA board of trustees
James N. Hauslein has been named to the board of trustees for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. “We are delighted to have someone with Jim’s aviation experience and business acumen join AOPA’s board of trustees. I think he is a great addition to an already strong board, and his expertise will be a great […]