“Aviation enthusiasts from all over Illinois gathered for an up-close look at a wide array of aircraft on display, with stationary exhibits of planes, a museum, vendors, and of course, a front row seat to see the takeoffs and landings,” the video reports.
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Flying car company introduces pilot training program
Company officials noted that many of the reservation holders for the flying car are not pilots.
Poor planning, inadequate training cited as main reasons for loss of control accidents
The study, published in the latest issue of the Journal of Air Transportation, “is the first rigorous survey to ask surviving pilots why they experienced inflight loss of control and document the human factors that led to the incidents,” university officials said, adding nearly 200 pilots completed the survey.
Air Race Classic winners named
“In keeping with the 96-year rich history of women’s air racing and the 48th race of its kind, the pilots of this year’s Air Race Classic were met with challenges surrounding weather, decision-making, aircraft performance, and strategy,” officials noted.
Museum plans classic car show
All proceeds from the annual car show benefit the non-profit Aviation Museum of N.H.
GA comes to aid of victims of Texas floods
General aviation pilots are helping to rush critically needed supplies to those affected by the catastrophic flooding along the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country.
First flight: Sonex Highwing
“The flight was kept brief due to a passenger-side door latch issue, however, all engine temperatures were in the green and the aircraft handled as expected with only slight rigging adjustments needed,” company officials said.
Gyroplane Warning System now standard on SilverLight AR-1
SilverLight Aviation reports a Gyroplane Warning System (GWS) is now a standard to its flagship gyroplane, the American Ranger 1, also known as AR-1.
The gift of bling
Karyn King, founder of Sky Queen Jewelry, has transferred her company to the non-profit Habitat for Aviation to use for fundraising.