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SUN ’n FUN takes off Tuesday

Posted on April 8th, 2013 by

The 39th annual SUN ’n FUN will take off officially Tuesday, April 9. On Monday, April 8, the grounds were buzzing with activity as exhibitors and vendors set up their displays. Aircraft flew in throughout the day, with pilots pitching... Continue Reading →

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Van’s RV-14 lands in Florida

Posted on April 8th, 2013 by

Van’s newest airplane, the RV-14, has landed in Florida for the first time. Continue Reading →

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World War II Heritage Days slated

Posted on April 8th, 2013 by

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. — Experience the sights and sounds of the Greatest Generation when the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing hosts the 10th annual “WWII Heritage Days” April 27-28. Continue Reading →

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Fantasy of Flight powers up for Mustangs & Mustangs

Posted on April 7th, 2013 by

POLK CITY, Fla. — Fantasy of Flight’s Mustangs & Mustangs: Legends Havin’ Fun aircraft and automobile show celebrates its Sweet 16th birthday on Saturday, April 13. The event is considered one of the largest single day Mustang automobile show in... Continue Reading →

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Going to SUN ’n FUN and want to learn more about NextGen?

Posted on April 4th, 2013 by

The FAA’s NextGen system is scheduled for launch by the end of the year. Are you ready for this change? Matchbox’s Jeffrey Boccaccio, NextGen columnist for General Aviation News,  will offer a free presentation demonstrating how easy this transition will... Continue Reading →

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Florida Aviation Network named official television network of SUN ‘n FUN

Posted on April 1st, 2013 by

Not able to make it to SUN ’n FUN this  year? You can catch some of the action on the Florida Aviation Network (FAN), which has become the first official television network of SUN ‘n FUN. Continue Reading →

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EAA Chapter to honor aviation legend Steve Wittman

Posted on March 31st, 2013 by

On April 13, Oshkosh’s local EAA Chapter 252 will host a pancake breakfast fly-in to commemorate legendary pilot and aircraft designer S.J. “Steve” Wittman’s 108th birthday. This event is open to the public. Continue Reading →

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Sporty’s releases SUN ’n FUN app

Posted on March 28th, 2013 by

Sporty’s, in partnership with SUN ‘n FUN, has released a free mobile app for the 2013 show that is available for both Apple and Android devices. Continue Reading →

More than $125,000 in scholarships awarded

Posted on March 26th, 2013 by

LAS VEGAS — During the Opening Ceremonies at the 56th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show on Tuesday, March 26, the Aircraft Electronics Association’s Educational Foundation announced the names of 26 individuals who were awarded individual scholarships worth more... Continue Reading →

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Countdown to SUN ’n FUN

Posted on March 25th, 2013 by

The Breitling Countdown Clock on the SUN ’n FUN website is ticking down as Lakeland-Linder Regional Airport (LAL) in Florida transitions into GA’s season-opener national fly-in/convention/airshow. A pleasant Florida morning in late March revealed things falling into place. Piper Aircraft... Continue Reading →