A wide array of aircraft representing virtually every chapter of general aviation’s history will be on display during a fly-over of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., during a May 2024 commemoration of the many contributions the GA industry has provided to our nation.
Briefings
ATP opens new flight training center in LA area
The new location at Brackett Field in La Verne, California, marks ATP’s 83rd training center nationwide and third in the Los Angeles area, with locations already established at Long Beach and Riverside.
Latest pilot’s guide to avionics unveiled at Oshkosh
The publication helps pilots and aircraft owners make better buying decisions and locate nearly 1,300 AEA member companies in more than 40 countries, including approved maintenance organizations specializing in maintenance, repair, and installation of avionics equipment in general aviation aircraft, according to AEA officials.
Picture of the Day: Best friends at Oshkosh
Julius Salinas submitted this photo and note: “This is where it starts. Isaiah and Hunter enjoying EAA AirVenture Oshkosh standing by a 1952 Cessna 170B.”
Hartzell Propeller opens online flight gear store
Hartzell Propeller has launched the new Hartzell Flight Gear Merch Store with a wide selection of Hartzell-branded T-shirts, sweatshirts, vests, polos, and hats. The company has also produced a limited-edition EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 T-shirt.
FAA reverses policy on counting homebuilt hours toward certificates
The FAA will soon reverse a policy that barred homebuilders from counting time spent building an aircraft toward a maintenance rating, such as Airframe and Powerplant certificates, according to a new report from the Experimental Aircraft Association.
First flight: Extra 330SX
The successor to Extra Aircraft’s 300SC, the new aerobatic plane includes high-performance ailerons and other improvements.
Ohio seeks input as it begins updating state’s airport system
The state has 104 public use airports.
Mid-Continent expands Wichita headquarters
“Expanding our company allows us to grow our manufacturing facilities, in-house design, testing capabilities, and engineering department,” says Todd Winter, president and CEO.