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. Please share: Continue Reading →
AOPA now accepting applications for scholarships
Posted on June 17th, 2012 by Janice Wood
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... Continue Reading →
EAA’s B-17 damaged by hail
Posted on June 11th, 2012 by Janice Wood
A freak hailstorm that hit late last Wednesday while the Experimental Aircraft Association’s B-17 “Aluminum Overcast” was parked on the ramp outside Signature Flight Service at Denver’s Centennial Airport caused extensive control surface damage. EAA officials report the airframe will... Continue Reading →
AOPA’s Air Safety Institute launches Storm Week
Posted on June 11th, 2012 by Janice Wood
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation’s Air Safety Institute (ASI) will observe Storm Week June 11-15, focusing on the topic of thunderstorm avoidance for general aviation pilots. Continue Reading →
Popular Rotorcraft Association slates convention
Posted on June 10th, 2012 by Janice Wood
Gyroplanes, gyrocopters, helicopters and autogyros, including other sport and general aviation aircraft, will gather at the Mentone Airport (C-92) in Indiana, July 31 through Aug. 4 for the 50th annual convention of the Popular Rotorcraft Association. Continue Reading →
Luscombe WIN ME! plane awarded
Posted on June 7th, 2012 by Janice Wood
A long-time Luscombe lover, from a family of Luscombe lovers, is this year’s grand prize winner in the Luscombe Endowment’s “WIN ME” raffle. The winner, Jack Mason, purchased 10 tickets. He learned to fly while a teen, soloing in his... Continue Reading →
SUN ’n FUN Fly-In weekend
Posted on June 7th, 2012 by Janice Wood
This weekend, SUN ’n FUN officials are inviting all pilots to fly in for a full slate of aviation activities, camping and camaraderie. A highlight of the weekend will be a Pilot Town Hall Meeting with AOPA President Craig Fuller. Continue Reading →
ACONE to meet June 8
Posted on June 3rd, 2012 by Janice Wood
The Aero Club of New England (ACONE) luncheon takes place Friday, June 8, at the Harvard Club in Boston. During the event, Herbert Kelleher, Southwest Airlines founder, will receive the Cabot Award for his leadership. Continue Reading →
AOPA offers free membership to military
Posted on May 28th, 2012 by Janice Wood
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is offering active-duty military a complimentary one-year membership in AOPA. Continue Reading →
NJ Conference focuses on aviation’s economic impact
Posted on May 21st, 2012 by GAN Staff
By STEVE SCHAPIRO The 17th Annual New Jersey State Aviation Conference, held May 4, focused on the economic impact of aviation, as well as how to navigate the regulatory maze if you violate a TFR. New Jersey Department of Transportation... Continue Reading →
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