Eleven U.S. senators, all co-sponsors of a bill to reform the third-class medical process, are asking the Department of Transportation and the Office of Management and Budget to take quick action on their review of the FAA’s proposed medical reform rule. In a Sept. 2 letter to Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx and OMB Director Shaun Donovan, the […]
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Continental begins evaluation of CamGuard
Continental Motors Services (CMS), a division of Continental Motors Group, has established a joint evaluation program with Aircraft Specialties Lubricants (ASL) to verify the benefits of CamGuard, an aviation oil additive manufactured by ASL. This program will evaluate CamGuard in engines overhauled or repaired by CMS (formerly Mattituck). Both companies agree the time is appropriate to […]
Reno race week reports now at LiveAirShowTV
Reno Race Week Reports have begun at LiveAirShowTV. Check out the first one here. Jeff Lee reports there will be edited reports through Wednesday, and then a live post race show at 5 pm PDT Thursday through Sunday.
Turn back the clock 100 years with the WWI Dawn Patrol Rendezvous
DAYTON, Ohio — Each fall most of us remember to set our clocks back an hour as daylight savings time comes to an end. However, this fall there will be a special opportunity to turn back the clock 100 years to the start of World War I and experience an historical aviation event unlike any other […]
Astin Aviation at CLL joins Avfuel network
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Astin Aviation at Easterwood Field Airport (CLL) has joined the Avfuel network of FBOs to offer Avfuel Contract Fuel, AVTRIP rewards points and more. In addition to fuel and related services, Avfuel will supply marketing programs, training support, and processing systems. Astin Aviation is offering triple AVTRIP points on qualifying purchases throughout September, October […]
Orion Jet Center chooses World Fuel Services network
Orion Jet Center, located at Opa-Locka Executive Airport (KOPF) in Miami, has selected World Fuel Services Network and the Ascent global fuel brand as its supplier of fuel and branded programs. Boasting one of the largest independent FBOs in the U.S., Orion Jet Center offers a range of customer and aircraft services and amenities including fuel, […]
Platinum Tools debuts 22-in-1 screwdriver
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. — Platinum Tools has introduced the 22-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit (p/n 19105), which is now shipping with a suggested price of $49.95. “The handle features a non-slip, comfort grip and a shaft design that reaches screws recessed up to 5 inches deep,” explained John Phillips, Platinum Tools product manager. “The 11 double-ended shaft-style bits include multiple […]
Night landing goes bad
Aircraft: Cessna 177. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Branson, Mo. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The accident occurred as the pilot attempted to make a night landing on a lighted runway. He reported that the plane was not properly aligned with the runway centerline, so he performed a go-around. During the go-around he lost control after losing external […]
A mile-high airshow takes flight
STORY and PHOTOS By HAYMAN TAM Colorado is the home of several airshows and mile-high airshow fans turned out in force to welcome the birth of a new airshow in the state. The inaugural Pikes Peak Regional Air Show took place in August at Colorado Springs Airport (COS). The show benefits two museums in Colorado Springs: […]