WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — NationAir Aviation Insurance has created a new company division, the Public Entity Group, to meet the needs of government clients, including airports. “Publicly funded aviation programs have a far greater level of complexity than those of private aviation, and have additional budgetary issues as taxpayer funded entities,” said NationAir President Jeffrey […]
General Aviation
Clogged fuel lines for RV
Aircraft: RV6. Injuries: None. Location: Hartford, Ky. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot had logged 2,643 hours, including 360 in the RV, which he built. He filled the auxiliary fuel tanks just prior to departing on the accident flight. It was the first time in eight or nine months that he used the […]
Order out of chaos: The used aircraft market is stabilizing
The downturn for the piston aircraft market is over. The market rebound may not look like the Dow, but it is heading in that direction finally. Good hunting!
House Committee passes GA revitalization act
WASHINGTON, D.C.—An aviation committee in the House of Representatives passed by unanimous vote the Small Airplane Revitalization Act Wednesday, July 10 — the first step toward cutting certification costs on aircraft and equipment. Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-Kansas) introduced the bill, which had 31 co-sponsors. The bill’s stated purpose is to “advance the safety and continued […]
House blocks light bulb mandate — is ethanol next?
According to The Hill, the U.S. House this week blocked implementation of light bulb mandates that are part of the same EISA 2007 Act that mandates the adulteration of our nation’s gasoline supply with ethanol. According to the article, “The House on Wednesday voted to block the enforcement of light bulb standards that many say […]
Legendary ‘Strega’ to compete at Reno with new pilot
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced this week that legendary Unlimited & Warbird Class (UWRC) racers “Strega,” “Precious Metal,” “Argonaut,” and “Dreadnought,” are the latest entrants into the most recognizable racing class. In a surprising twist, “Strega,” (pictured) which has been flown to victory the past four years by defending champion Steve Hinton, will […]
IMC Club partners with Hartzell to host IFR Proficiency Center at Oshkosh
IMC Club is partnering with Hartzell Propeller and its sister company Hartzell Engine Technologies to host an IFR Proficiency Center from Monday, July 29, through Friday, Aug. 2, during AirVenture in Oshkosh. Hartzell has secured a flight-line tent where the IMC Club will host daily IFR “brain teasers” in interactive forums followed by lunch for […]
LISA Airplanes restarts work on Akoya amphib
Le Bourget du Lac, France — LISA Airplanes has restarted development of the Akoya amphibious Light-Sport Aircraft, after the company was put in receivership last August. “LISA Airplanes went through the economic turbulences and is now able to finalize its emblematic airplane and its international business development,” company officials said in a prepared statement. The […]
‘Practical Guide to the CFI Checkride’ released
Now available is “Practical Guide to the CFI Checkride,” which helps applicants prepare for their CFI checkride. Written in plain language, this guide clarifies what applicants must know and demonstrate during the oral portion of the FAA Practical Exam, eliminating any surprise about examiner expectations, according to officials with Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA). The […]