UTC Aerospace Systems is looking to recruit a new performance engineer who will be responsible for performing static / dynamic loads, retraction and vibration analysis for landing gear and flight controls in response to regulatory / customer requirements and UTAS performance methodologies. Applicants (view details here) will need a bachelors degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and […]
Carpenter Avionics sold to Momentum Aviation Holdings
SMYRNA, Tenn. – Momentum Aviation Holdings has acquired Smyrna Rutherford County Airport (KMQY)-based Carpenter Avionics, Since 1981, Carpenter has been an authorized FAA Repair Station that sells, installs and maintains avionics systems for general aviation aircraft. “After an extensive nationwide search, we concluded that Carpenter Avionics would be the ideal foundation upon which to build and […]
Picture: ‘Once you have tasted flight…’
Trevor Romo from Alberta, Canada sent this photo of his 10-month-old son Zachary via our Facebook page.
Book: Fifty Classic Destinations
To be honest, “Fifty Classic Destinations for Pilots,” reads a bit like a guilty pleasure. I felt like I was reading author Ney Grant’s personal journal. I can’t describe Ney’s book better than he did in his letter to me, “What is so special about it ? It represents what we need more of in […]
Does That Mean I Fail?
Ever wonder what the examiner thinks of you after your checkride? Well, Brooks Black’s new book, “Does That Mean I Fail? A Humorous Look at Pilot Checkrides”, might give you a little insight. Black’s book could have used a good edit, but it is full of checkride tips and lessons. It felt a bit like […]
BoldMethod: The life of a 20-year-old banner tow pilot
“Haley Howard is a CFI and banner pilot from Gulf Shores, Alabama. At only 20 years old, she’s already well on her way with 1,350 hours of flight time… not to mention her CSEL (Commercial – Single Engine Land), CSES (Commercial – Single Engine Seaplane), Tailwheel Endorsement, CFI-A (Certified Flight Instructor), and Instrument Rating,” reports […]
Wanted: Avionics Manager for Port City Air
Port City Air — a New Hampshire-based full service FBO offering fixed wing and helicopter maintenance, avionics service and installations — is look for an avionics manager with a minimum of five years experience. The position includes assisting avionics technicians to ensure high quality work, communications with other departments and customers, scheduling service and installation work and […]
Schweiss adds battery back-up Red Power pump
Schweiss Doors has added a battery back-up to its Red Power hydraulic pump. In case of a power failure, the battery back-up will power the door up or down at a controlled speed. All Red Power pumps comes standard with a drill-driven back-up system. The battery back-up can be retrofit to existing units. Contact Schweiss Doors (800-746-8273) for […]
Letter or spirit of ADS-B?
ADS-B is a source of much consternation at the recreational end of general aviation. More accurately, ADS-B Out is the source. Actually, it’s the Jan. 1, 2020 ADS-B Out mandate. The very same mandate FAA Administrator Huerta has repeatedly stated will not be delayed. Simply put, ADS-B Out — Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast — is a periodic […]