Citing more than $50 billion in annual economic benefit and jobs for almost 400,000 New Yorkers, Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared May 2013 “Aviation Appreciation Month” in the Empire State.
Airshow returns to Skagit Regional Airport
May 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Burlington, Wash. — Four years after the last airshow and fly-in at Skagit Regional Airport (BVS), Skagit Flight Fest 2013 is cleared for takeoff. The event will take place Saturday, Sept. 7 and, keeping with tradition, admission is free.
Starfighter lands at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor
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Honolulu, HI — The Lockheed F-104A Starfighter, Serial No. 56-817, arrived at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor May 9, joining the museum’s expanding collection.
Air Products Alaska debuts gust lock
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So often “Can’t anyone make a gust lock that works?” is expressed by Cub owners. The folks at Air Products Alaska of Eagle River, Alaska, say yes, they can: They’ve introduced the Posi-lock, designed to address the need for a true control lock on Super Cubs and similar type Piper aircraft with spring return flaps.
GAMA awards scholarships
May 14, 2013 by 1 Comment
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has revealed the winners of two scholarships awarded annually to students who have excelled in or are pursuing aviation studies.
Beech has turbulent encounter
May 14, 2013 by 1 Comment
Aircraft: Beech C90. Injuries: None. Location: Camden S.C. Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The 14,500-hour pilot obtained weather information via the internet before the flight. The information included advisories for convective activity and scattered thunderstorms along the intended northwesterly route of flight.
Apparently we do need this tower
May 13, 2013 by 21 Comments
The “Reducing Flight Delays Act of 2013” (H.R. 1765) was introduced on Friday, April 26, by Rep. Tom Latham (R-Iowa). It was signed by President Obama on Wednesday, May 1.
You see, Congress and the President can get things done…when they want to.
Contract towers to stay open
May 13, 2013 by 1 Comment
On Friday, the FAA announced it will keep open the 149 contract towers the agency slated for closure on June 15.
A new pilot!
May 13, 2013 by 5 Comments
Amy White, featured in a past post about her training with her mother, Vi, is now a private pilot. Her mom writes proudly: “Just to give you an update: Amy took her check ride today (Friday, May 10) on her 17th birthday; she is now a licensed private pilot!” Congratulations Amy!
CAF launches search for new national HQ location
May 13, 2013 by 3 Comments
Midland/Odessa, Texas — The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) today unveiled plans to establish the CAF National Airbase at a major metropolitan area as part of a plan to increase the organization’s national profile.
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