Sub kits for the Radial Rocket are now available from Altitude Group. Previously only complete airframe kits were available. The four sub kits now available are Horizontal Stab Kit ($8,935), Fuselage Kit ($20,980), Wing Kit ($29,750) and Finish/Final Assembly Kit ($14,985). Once complete a builder will have a 220+ mph tandem two-seater capable of travelling 1,300 miles at a time. Available as either a fixed gear tail dragger or a retractable tricycle gear, the Radial Rocket is designed for either an M-14P (360 hp) or M-14PF (400 hp) radial engine. For more information call 913-634-8531.
Sub kits available for Radial Rocket
April 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Helicopter operations added to FAASafety options
April 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
For those who subscribe to FAA Safety Team continuing education content at FAASafety.gov, helicopter specific information is now an email notification option. From their news release, “We are beginning to realize that we need the ability to send pertinent information to helicopter operators who fly low-altitude operations. Included in this group are EMS operations, helicopters that may be used for construction, utility, law enforcement, news media, forestry, fire fighting, etc., as well as agricultural operations.” Current users can select this new notification option from your “My Preference/Profile” link after logging into your account, or for non-users, create an account here.
Piper breaks gear on landing
April 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This April 2010 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.
Aircraft: Piper Cherokee. Injuries: None. Location: Three Rivers, Mich. Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The student pilot was practicing touch and go landings with his flight instructor. During a touch down, the airplane veered to the left. The flight instructor attempted to correct to the right.
ULPower’s new 6-cylinder autogas engines
April 3, 2012 by 2 Comments
Belgian aircraft engine maker ULPower recently announced a new line of FADEC-controlled, autogas-burning six-cylinder engines ranging in output from 140-200 hp.
AEA opens
April 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Nearly 1,500 avionics manufacturers, dealers, installers and other general aviation professionals have converged at the 55th annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show, which opened today at the Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The four-day event takes place April 3-6, and it is the largest gathering of avionics manufacturers, distributors and government-certified repair stations in the world.
Build A Plane kicks off Kids Across America
April 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Build A Plane unveiled a new campaign called Kids Across America at Sun ’n Fun. The new program encourages kids to find sponsors for every mile they travel to reach AirVenture 2012 in Oshkosh. The kid who raises the most money wins a complete Private Pilot course from Red Bird Flight Simulations. Runners up can win other prizes like a week vacation to the Bahamas from Air Journey or a $1,000 scholarship from AOPA.
1928 Heath added to Air Zoo collection
April 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Heath Baby Bullet. Source aerofiles.com
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Air Zoo has added a 1928 Heath Baby Bullet to its collection. Made by the Heath Airplane Co., it was used in various air races and air fairs during the Golden Age of Aviation.
“While small in size, airplanes like the Baby Bullet played a huge role in showcasing aviation to the general public,” said Bob Ellis, Air Zoo president and CEO. ”And at only $199 for the kit, nearly anyone who wanted to own an airplane could afford one.”
Complacent pilot misses runway
April 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This April 2010 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.
Aircraft: Cessna 210. Injuries: None. Location: Truckee, Calif. Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: During the approach to the destination airport, the pilot obtained an airport condition report from airport personnel indicating that there was ice with a layer of snow blanketing the runway surface. The pilot aligned the airplane for landing and flared over what he thought was the normal touchdown point.
A different kind of corporate aircraft
April 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
When you think corporate airplane, the image of Gulfstreams and Citation jets may come to mind. The folks at ComLine Pro have something else in mind: a 1969 Polish-built PZL.
Trust but verify
April 2, 2012 by 5 Comments
I wonder if the insurance industry will accept a “driver’s license” medical should the AOPA/EAA petition for exemption of a 3rd class medical succeed. After all, just because the FAA says I don’t need a medical to operate a Cessna 172, an underwriter doesn’t have to insure me without one. It’s their money — but my butt — on the line.
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