Able Flight awards five new scholarships
Posted on April 8th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
When they arrive at Purdue University on May 19, five new Able Flight scholarship recipients will begin more than a month of intensive flight and ground training leading to a pilot certificate. Continue Reading →
Van’s RV-14 lands in Florida
Posted on April 8th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
Van’s newest airplane, the RV-14, has landed in Florida for the first time. Continue Reading →
World War II Heritage Days slated
Posted on April 8th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
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 →
Barrett Precision Engines named first XP-400 engine builder
Posted on April 8th, 2013 by Ben Sclair
Barrett Precision Engines has been appointed the first authorized engine build facility for Superior Air Parts 215-horsepower, XP-400 Engine. Continue Reading →
System failures lead to hard landing
Posted on April 8th, 2013 by Meg Godlewski
Aircraft: Beech Bonanza. Injuries: None. Location: Ocala, Fla. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: While in cruise flight at 8,000 feet, the airplane lost electrical power. Continue Reading →
Everyday GA as transportation?
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
Many factors have challenged the typical GA airplane as a transportation mode. I recall the early-1960s debate at my home field whether the new Interstate Highway System would be boon or bust for General Aviation, at least for the average... Continue Reading →
FAA delay tower closures
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The FAA will delay the closures of all 149 federal contract air traffic control towers until June 15. Continue Reading →
Five B-25s to visit Emerald Coast as part of last Doolittle Raiders reunion
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
Five historic B-25s will visit the Destin Airport (DTS) in conjunction with the activities for the 71st Doolittle Raiders Anniversary Reunion in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. It is expected to be the last public reunion of the famed crew. Continue Reading →
Pacific Aviation Museum welcomes 1 millionth visitor
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
HONOLULU — Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor welcomed its 1 millionth visitor April 4 — the Valencia family from Modesto, Calif. Ivan and Mari Valencia and their two children Hiram, 9, and Christopher, 5, received four gift bags filled with... Continue Reading →
Garmin Pilot app updated
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
Garmin has released an updated version of the Garmin Pilot app for the iPad and iPhone that incorporates Garmin’s dynamic navigation maps. Continue Reading →
Newest IMC Club chapter to open at pilot’s home
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
The newest IMC Club Chapter will open as the first chapter at a private residence. Pilots will gather at Amir Blachman’s home in Sherman Oaks, just outside Los Angeles, Calif., on Saturday, April 20, for a barbecue and the official... Continue Reading →
Continental’s flight training program gets FAA nod
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
Zulu Flight Training, a subsidiary of general aviation aircraft piston engine manufacturer, Continental Motors, has achieved acceptance for its Private Pilot Training Course under the FAA Industry Training Standard (FITS) program. Continue Reading →
Fantasy of Flight powers up for Mustangs & Mustangs
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
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 →
New certifications for True Blue Power emergency power supply
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by General Aviation News Staff
WICHITA. — True Blue Power has received several FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for the TS835 Series lithium-ion emergency power supply (EPS). Continue Reading →
Lack of training, altitude kills two
Posted on April 7th, 2013 by Meg Godlewski
Aircraft: Christen Eagle II. Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: San Angelo, Texas. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: According to an aerobatic flight instructor, the commercial pilot, who had logged 606 hours, had received 0.9 hours of dual aerobatic instruction from... Continue Reading →
Social Flight Calendar