After the FAA restored full access to the Block Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program, many general aviation pilots contacted the agency to enroll in the program, according to officials with the National Business Aviation Association, who report the FAA is on track to transmit an updated list of aircraft blocked at the “ASDI vendor level” […]
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Flying Musicians to perform at Sebring LSA Expo
The Flying Musicians Association is gearing up for the first event of 2012, the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo, held in Sebring, Florida, Jan. 19-22. FMA performers will entertain on stage in the AeroShell tent daily, Thursday through Saturday. John Zapp, co-founder of the association, said, “Being invited to the first aviation event of the year […]
AOPA Regional Manager Program extends to Hawaii
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association will extend its field representation program to Hawaii. New Western Pacific Regional Manager John Pfeifer now has responsibility for Hawaii, California, Nevada and Arizona. On Jan. 2, AOPA launched its new Regional Manager Program as a key component of strengthening its commitment to providing representation in every state. In […]
Smyrna Air Center expands Power 90 conversion program
Smyrna Air Center has expanded its United States installation center network for the Power 90 engine conversion program to Mather Aviation in Rancho Cordova, Calif. Mather Aviation is a FAA certified MRO that is recognized as a leader in aircraft maintenance providing comprehensive maintenance of piston, turboprop and jet aircraft, according to Smyrna Air Center […]
West Star Aviation gains STC for auto throttles in Hawkers
West Star Aviation has received STC approval for the installation of the Safe Flight Instrument Corporation Auto Power System in Proline 21 equipped Hawker jets. The AutoPower System is available for in service Pro Line 21-equipped Hawker 800XP, 850XP, 750, 900 and 800XPr models. Operators with compatible aircraft can have the system installed in as […]
NationAir adds to sales team
NationAir Aviation Insurance had added Robert Nadr to its team of aviation insurance professionals as a sales executive. Nadr will handle the company’s general aviation insurance sales in Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky and will be based in NationAir’s headquarters in suburban Chicago. “Rob has flown a wide range of the aircraft for which we provide […]
Continental offers baffle kit with engine upgrade
Continental Motors, Inc. will provide a free D’Shannon Aviation baffle kit with the purchase of a factory engine upgrade for all Baron and Bonanza owners. The offer expires Feb. 28.
Errant fuel selector valve brings down Ercoupe
This January 2010 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Ercoupe 415-D. Injuries: None. Location: Napa, Calif. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot, 23, who had logged 410 hours, said the takeoff […]
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A simple message can have far-reaching impact — just ask the readers of GeneralAviationNews.com, who have found a way of networking online. Now, there was a time not so long ago when the means to communicate a message was far less user friendly than it is today. Originally, the only way to let others know […]