Boeing is donating $30 million to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum to support the museum’s educational activities and exhibitions, including an extensive renovation of its main hall, “Milestones of Flight.” It will be completed in time for the museum’s 40th anniversary in 2016, which is also the aerospace company’s 100th anniversary. The expanded […]
General Aviation
3CK gets grant for runway reconstruction
The Illinois Department of Transportation has provided grant authority to proceed with the design for the reconstruction of runway 8-26 at the Lake in the Hills Airport (3CK). This $5 million project will reconstruct and widen the existing runway to bring it up to current FAA standards, airport officials said. “This will be a significant safety improvement […]
SPOT marks 3,000th rescue
SPOT products have been used to initiate 3,000 rescues around the world since the technology’s launch in 2007. With more than 200,000 SPOT units in service, the company reports it is averaging a rescue a day. SPOT delivers satellite-based connectivity and real-time GPS tracking, completely independent of cellular coverage. “Lifesaving rescues around the globe are now a […]
Summer fun with Jerry Trimble Helicopters
McMINNVILLE, Ore. — Jerry Trimble Helicopters (JTH) is planning a fun summer with two upcoming events: The JTH 4th annual touchdown autorotation contest and a Poker Run. The 4th Annual Touchdown Auto Rotation competition is slated for June 22. New this year is a flour bag bombing contest. Spectators can sit in the bomber’s seat of the […]
Museum slates summertime activities
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. – The New England Air Museum will hold family fun programs starting June 30. Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to put their creativity and problem solving skills to use at the Engineering Design activities offered throughout the summer. Learn about flight, aircraft design, and aerodynamic principles. Visitors also will have […]
Prop Guard returns
McFarlane Aviation Products has acquired the STC and the FAA-PMA approval to manufacture Prop Guard. Prop Guard is made from a special high strength heat processed polymer engineered for centrifugal loads, according to company officials. Prop Guard is a 0.018″ thick clear anti-abrasion boot that is bonded to the leading edge of the propeller. Water, sand, rock, and airborne […]
Cobham RT-5000P approved by U.S. Forest Service
PRESCOTT, Arizona — Cobham Aerospace Communications’ RT-5000P radio has been approved by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) for installation and use by USFS Cooperators in wild land fire situations. Effective immediately, agencies cooperating with the USFS, including airborne law enforcement, airborne emergency medical service, State National Guard, U.S. Military, and other first responders may install the […]
Gusty crosswind bends Cessna
Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Moscow Mills, Mo. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot attempted to take off from the 3,227-foot runway with the wind from 180° at 13 knots gusting to 23 knots. When the airplane was about 5 to 10 feet above the runway, it encountered a strong gust of wind and drifted […]
NextGen progressing, FAA tells Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The FAA is making progress in the next generation air traffic control (NextGen) program, Deputy Administrator Mike Whitaker said in a report to the Congress. Whitaker was appointed Chief NextGen Officer a year ago. In his report, Whitaker said the FAA has “strengthened our partnerships with key stakeholders, coming to an agreement […]