The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has issued the third release in the “Coyne’s Video Briefings” series titled “FLY.” In this video, NATA President James Coyne asserts that the best way to get the economy moving is to start flying more and encourage others to do so as well. As we approach the 106th anniversary […]
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Eagle One introduces new gel wax
Eagle One has introduced Eagle One Gel Wax. The product delivers a glossy shine that will last as long as paste, but is easier to use than liquid wax, according to company officials, who note it reduces the time and effort required with conventional waxes because it does not need to haze or dry after […]
Earn FAA WINGS credit with Sporty’s
Sporty’s Private Pilot and Instrument Rating Courses are now accepted for FAA WINGS credit. Earning FAA WINGS credit with Sporty’s Courses is easy and automatic for those enrolled in the Pilot Proficiency Program (enroll free at FAASafety.gov). After purchasing and viewing the video training segments, the pilot then completes two practice exams using Sporty’s online […]
AEA hosts Wi-Fi Summit
The Aircraft Electronics Association, in coordination with the FAA, is hosting a two-day Wi-Fi Summit for industry participants involved in certifying and installing Wi-Fi equipment in aircraft. The summit will take place Jan. 13-14, at AEA Headquarters in Lee’s Summit, Mo., 25 minutes south of Kansas City International Airport. There is no charge to attend […]
West Star Aviation to open SC facility
West Star Aviation, Inc. is expanding its aircraft maintenance services into the Southeast. West Star Aviation, at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) in South Carolina, will be focused on airframe, engine and avionics services for business aircraft, beginning in the first quarter of 2010. Initially, West Star Aviation will offer services for turbine aircraft below […]
Team Chaos headlines Colorado Air Show
The trio of Team Chaos will headline next summer’s Colorado Sport International Air Show, slated for Aug. 28-29, 2010, at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, Colo. Team Chaos features opposing solo aerobatic pilots Gary Ward flying an MX2 monoplane and Randy Harris flying a Skybolt 300, combined with Neal Darnell piloting “Flash Fire,” […]
Signature launches mobile site
Signature Flight Support has launched a mobile website to complement its newly designed corporate website, which was launched at NBAA in October. The mobile site offers pilots on-the-go access to Signature’s 102 worldwide locations, including airport navigation maps by AC-U-KWIK, FBO contact information, local amenities, and area attractions with hyperlinks to all phone numbers and […]
IMCClubs.org opens its 14th chapter
More than 20 new members and guests recently participated in the inaugural meeting of the Nashua, N.H., Chapter of IMCClubs.org, the 14th chapter started in the last few months. At the meeting, sponsored by Nashua Flight Simulator, prospective members were given the opportunity to interact with IMCClubs.org founder and president Radek Wyrzykowski, MCFI, and vice […]
SkyTrac obtains STC for Twin Otter
SkyTrac Systems has obtained a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the installation of its automated flight following and satellite communications equipment on the de Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter. For more information: SkyTrac.ca