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, […]
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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 […]
College credit for drone pilots
Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) has partnered with the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) Small UAS Safety Certification program. Students who complete the USI program will also received three college credits. The Small UAS Safety Certification program includes a complete curriculum package with all course materials, including a 400-page academic textbook, instructor aids, and course content packaged in USI’s digital […]
Hampton Aviation newest dealer for Raisbeck Engineering
SEATTLE — Raisbeck Engineering has added Hampton Aviation as an authorized dealer. Located in the hills of western Arkansas, Hampton Aviation specializes in heavy structural repair, inspections and modifications for all King Air models. “We are very pleased to welcome Hampton Aviation to the team,” said Lynn Thomas, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Raisbeck Engineering. “Having […]
Young Eagle earns private pilot certificate
COLUMBUS, Georgia — Less than four years after her first flight as a Young Eagle, Rachel Broom passed her private pilot check ride and earned her private pilot certificate. Rachel took her first flight in a small airplane at a monthly Young Eagles Rally hosted by Chattahoochee Valley Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 677 in September […]
Developments underway at Avflight Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Penn. – Avflight Corporation will break ground this month on phase one of a major development plan at Harrisburg International Airport (KMDT). The first phase includes a new FBO facility, which is expected to be completed by Jan. 31, 2018. The 5,000-square-foot FBO building will feature a conference room, kitchen, pilot lounge, three private […]
Turbo Skyhawk JT-A certified
WICHITA, Kansas — The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the FAA have certified the Cessna Turbo Skyhawk JT-A with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, paving way for deliveries to customers in Europe and the U.S. Officials with Textron Aviation reported that the aircraft, equipped with the Continental CD-155 engine that runs on Jet-A fuel, has exceeded […]
Companies collaborate to develop electric bush plane
Solar Ship and Zenair have reached an agreement to convert the existing Zenair STOL (Short Take0ff and Landing) CH750 into an electric bush plane. The aircraft is recharged by either a battery swap or electric vehicle rechargers. It will not use any fossil fuel and will be available as a bush plane, float or amphibious. The electric […]
Paso Robles AirFest 2017 slated for August
PASO ROBLES, California — The second annual Paso Robles AirFest 2017 will take place Aug. 25-26 at Paso Robles Municipal Airport. The two-day event will feature aircraft displays, activities, and entertainment for the entire family and aircraft aficionados of all ages. This year, organizers hope to attract a large fly-in aircraft crowd as Paso Robles has recently been […]