California Power Systems has scheduled Rotax certified training classes from Feb. 14 through the 23. CPS is conducting the classes in its new training facility at the Chino Airport (CNO) in Southern California. The classes range from 2 Stroke Service and Maintenance Training all the way to 912/914 Heavy Maintenance Training. Professional mechanics, as well […]
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LightHawk volunteer pilots protect the environment
Ever wonder what would happen if more people could see what we see? That’s the question the folks at LightHawk pose to pilots during recruiting efforts for the non-profit organization. The question is central to LightHawk’s mission, which is “to champion environmental protection through the unique perspective of flight.” “We have a way to show […]
Putting the wild back into wildlife
A few years ago, LightHawk was contacted by Wolf Haven International, a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation organization that provides a sanctuary for wolves and also participates in breeding programs and the Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery Program. They needed help transporting the wolves to their new homes. “FedEx and UPS had been able to handle these transports […]
New Jersey State Aviation Conference slated
The 2012 New Jersey State Aviation Conference will be held Friday, May 4, at Newark Liberty International Airport’s historic Building One. Presented by the Mid-Atlantic Aviation Coalition-New Jersey, this year’s conference will focus on key legal and regulatory issues that affect pilots, airplane owners, and airport owners, organizers note.
Avidyne names grand prize winner
Avidyne Corp. has named Stephen Gansky of Newtown, Pennsylvania, the grand prize winner of Avidyne’s “FlySafe Giveaway Extravaganza 2” promotion. Gansky, who owns a Piper PA28 Archer, will receive a new IFD540 GPS/NAV/COM, once certified. The IFD540 is valued at $16,995. “I can’t believe it! I never win anything, this is great,” said Gansky, when […]
Gleim offers student pilot certification
This year’s U.S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring, Fla., will be held this week, Jan. 19-22, and Gleim will be there to help prospective general aviation pilots start their certification journey. Interested individuals can take a two-hour Gleim course at the show to learn more about becoming a pilot and be issued an FAA Student […]
Bahamas & Caribbean Pilot’s Guide now available on iPad
The 2012 Bahamas & Caribbean Pilot’s Guide is now available on the iPad. The Bahamas & Caribbean Pilot’s Guide has been updated and published every year since 1979. The guide has airport information for the entire Bahamas & Caribbean region, as well as island and travel information. Sections include General Information and procedures, Islands of […]
Introducing the Polk Aviation Alliance
It’s never too early to start planning for Sun ‘n Fun’s annual fly-in. This 38th edition of a great general aviation event presents the folks at Sun ‘n Fun, the aviation community, and each individual aviation enthusiast with the opportunity to really make something of the new year. And we here in Polk County, Florida, […]
ACONE slates annual Icebreaker Social
The Aero Club of New England (ACONE) will hold its Winter Icebreaker Social at the Papa Razzi restaurant in Burlington, Mass., Wednesday, Feb. 8. Special guest speaker will be Michael Kalafatas, author of “Bird Strike: The Crash of the Boston Electra; The Story of Men and Bird in Conflict.” On Oct. 4, 1960, a Lockheed Electra […]