Air Orlando Maintenance at Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) in Florida has named Mary-Anne Conway Parts Manager. In addition to managing the department, her duties will include warranty administration, marketing research and customer support.
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Jetman completes first flight in Asia
TOKYO — Flying above the famous snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji, Yves Rossy — known worldwide as the Jetman — reached speeds up to 185 mph looping and rolling with his jet powered carbon-Kevlar wing. “Flying here for me is a dream. It is such a contrast flying free with just a wing on my […]
DeHerrera named CEO of Universal Avionics
TUCSON, Ariz. — Paul DeHerrera has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Universal Avionics. DeHerrera has transitioned into this new role as Joachim L. (Ted) Naimer remains as President and Chairman of the Board. “In his role of Chief Operating Officer (COO), Paul has closely managed the daily operations of the company while being integral […]
Airforms continues to expand
BIG LAKE, ALASKA — Airforms, Inc. has tapped Dave Utsch to lead the company’s marketing and customer service efforts as the new Sales and Marketing Director. He brings over 25 years of aviation experience to Airforms’ expanding product line of FAA PMA aircraft parts, company officials noted. His location in the Midwest US also means […]
Sigman, Wheeler Receive FAA Recognition
MANITOWOC, Wisc. – Manitowoc area natives Leon Sigman and Jim Wheeler were recently honored by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for 50 years of flying safety and contributions made to general aviation. Plaques were presented by Wesley Hakari from the Milwaukee FAA Flight Standards District Office during an Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Safety […]
#NBAA13: Aviation Search Group creates Business Aviation department
LAS VEGAS — Aviation Search Group, a recruiting firm for the aviation industry, has formed a new recruiting department focused on business aviation clientele. Grayson Barrows, Director of Sales, explained “Success with our business aviation customers and the recent hiring demand in this segment has grown significantly. Our extensive network within this industry, combined with […]
Former AOPA president appointed chairman of Redbird
Craig Fuller, who recently resigned as president of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, has been appointed chairman of the board at Redbird Flight Simulation. Company founder Jerry Gregoire will focus on expansion strategies, research, and new product development. “For those of us in love with the technology, success is a kind of a trap,” […]
Raisbeck Aviation High School celebrates grand opening
SEATTLE, Wash. – The Raisbeck Aviation High School (RAHS) celebrated its grand opening at Boeing Field on Thursday, Oct. 17. The school, part of the Highline Public Schools, is located on the Museum of Flight campus. The day started with a unique “bus ride” for 100 fortunate RAHS students and a few dozen school staff, […]
HonorPoberezny.com launches
A group of high-powered Experimental Aircraft Association members have launched a campaign to honor Tom Poberezny, the association’s former president. They have a new website, HonorPoberezny.com, which chronicles Poberezny’s accomplishments during the 20 years he led the association. The website also include a Roster of Support for others to add their support to the cause. […]