The convention will feature developers, non-profits, virtual airlines, air traffic control demos, seminars, product announcements, off-site activities and tours, and much more, according to organizers.
Flight Sim Coach debuts Private Pilot Prep System
Flight Sim Coach unveiled its Private Pilot Prep System, which combines instruction with “modern simulation technology to help students maximize the effectiveness of their actual flight training hours,” according to company officials.
Snow ends low flight
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from snow covered terrain while maneuvering at low attitude. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s loss of visual reference due to snow and flat light conditions.
Picture of the Day: Pattern work
Rahul Pathak submitted this photo and note: “A Cessna 172 doing pattern work at Renton Municipal Airport (KRNT) in Renton, Washington, on a blustery fall morning with Mt. Rainier in the background. The wind was gusty and Rainier was covered in dramatic lenticular clouds.”
New president for General Aviation Manufacturers Association
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) Board of Directors has tapped James Viola as the association’s new president and CEO. He will replace Pete Bunce, who is retiring after 20 years at the helm of the association.
Taxi Camera introduced for experimental aircraft
The camera “provides excellent vision of what the pilot often can’t see: What’s straight in front,” according to company officials.
Student pilot loses control during engine start
The pilot’s loss of directional control during engine start.
Picture of the Day: King Air sunset
Matthew Baker submitted this photo and note: “A nice Florida sunset at the Bartow Executive Airport (KBOW) of a Beechcraft King Air 350 sitting on ramp.”
FAA updates ADS-B privacy program
The program allows pilots to opt out of real-time ADS-B flight tracking by the general public.