AERO, held each year in the south of Germany, is one of those shows that has interesting aircraft in more nooks and crannies than even a crack reporter can find. Thanks to Tom Peghiny of Flightstar eSpyder and Flight Design USA fame, we have more from the German show about electric-powered aircraft. Enthusiasts of electric […]
General Aviation
Work begins on VNY’s Propeller Park
This week, pilots and business owners gathered to celebrate the beginning of a new chapter at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in Southern California, one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world. According to a report from Flying magazine, a 32-acre section of the airport is being specifically dedicated to propeller airplanes in an […]
iPad in Flight course released
Flying Like The Pros has released a new online course “iPad in Flight,” the first of three iPad courses the company plans to release over the next few weeks. The courses are led by 2010 National Flight Instructor of the Year Jeffrey Robert Moss “MossY” and CFI Toréa Rodriguez. Rodriguez is currently the COO of […]
Final agenda for NTSB GA Safety Forum released
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) today released the final agenda for its forum on General Aviation Safety: Climbing to the Next Level, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, June 19-20. Representatives from government, industry and academia will serve as panelists during the forum and will discuss safety topics, including pilot training and […]
Cessna 120-140 Association slates convention
The 37th Annual Convention of the International Cessna 120-140 Association will be held at Ryan Field in Tucson, Ariz., from Oct. 17 through Oct. 21. Accommodations will be at the new Casino Del Sol in Tucson. Cessna 120/140 owners, pilots and enthusiasts are invited to participate in the festivities, according to organizers. Activities planned for […]
Upgrade released for inReach
DeLorme has released an upgrade for its inReach two-way satellite communicators. inReach users can download the latest firmware version to their inReach devices at no cost. Product improvements and enhancements in the new release include extended battery life and recharging options. In addition, the newly-updated Earthmate app enables world topographic map downloads. Introduced to the […]
AOPA now accepting applications for scholarships
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is now accepting applications for three $5,000 flight training scholarships to be awarded at the AOPA Aviation Summit in Palm Springs Oct. 11-13. Student pilots working toward an initial sport, recreational, or private pilot certificate may apply online for the ASA Flight Training Scholarship, Jeppesen Flight Training Scholarship, and […]
Lynn appointed Galvin flight school manager
Galvin Flying Services, an FBO at Seattle’s Boeing Field, has named Eric Lynn Flight School Manager and Chief Flight Instructor of its Flight Training Department. “Eric comes to Galvin with impressive credentials and extensive Part 141 and 61 Flight Training Experience,” says Skip Moshner, Director of Flight Operations for Galvin. “We are confident his broad […]
Hard rain, lack of experience, bad combination
This June 2010 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Cessna 310. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Ashdown, Ark. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot, who did not hold a multi-engine rating and […]