Ever wonder what would happen if the engine of a commercial jet airliner fails? What if the engine fails over the Atlantic Ocean? Tom Chase, author and retired pilot, answers these questions and more in “Last Flight.” Chase is a retired pilot who served 10 years in the Air Force, including duty in Vietnam, then […]
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FAA grants Sikorsky S-92 full icing certification
The FAA has certified Sikorsky Aircraft’s S-92 helicopter, equipped with a new Rotor Ice Protection System (RIPS), for flight in known icing conditions. Any S-92 with RIPS will now be allowed to launch in icy weather that might otherwise delay or cancel flight operations. The RIPS determines the temperature and moisture content of the surrounding […]
Tanis unveils new diesel engine preheater
Tanis Aircraft Services has received FAA-PMA approval for a diesel engine preheater, the TAS100-30. It is specifically designed for the SMA SR 305-230 engines that are becoming popular not only in Europe, but also in North America. The first STC was granted for a Cessna 182Q in Canada. It is certified in the U.S. and several […]
The Air Group expands East Coast service with new facility at Teterboro Airport
The Air Group has unveiled plans for a new hangar complex at Teterboro Airport to serve private jet owners and charter customers. The new facility will comprise two 30,000-square-foot hangars and a 12,000-square-foot combination private terminal and administrative facility for the firm’s East Coast headquarters and flight operations. The Air Group initially plans to use […]
IApproach enhances the regulatory research experience
IApproach, a source for ADs, Service Bulletins and other regulatory information for small aircraft, helicopters and corporate aircraft, is now available with updates delivered via the Internet. This new option enables users to run the IApproach software from their hard drives and then receive updates automatically using their high-speed Internet connections. For more information: 800-783-2827.
High flying anniversary combined with major renovations mark Hill Aircraft’s 50th year
Hill Aircraft, an FBO at Atlanta’s Fulton County Brown Field (FTY) founded by Guy Hill, Sr. in 1955, celebrated its 50th anniversary in October. The gala event was held in Hill Aircraft’s newly renovated facility. Major renovations, which began earlier this year to commemorate the anniversary, include a new airside entryway with automatic doors, remodeled […]
Peterson begins installing high-lift canards on C182s
Peterson’s Performance Plus, Inc. will begin installing its high-lift canard on 1970-1980 Cessna 182s using engines other than the TCM O-470 and IO-470. All aircraft equipped with either stock or modified TCM O-470, IO-520, and IO-550 engines are now eligible. Peterson holds both U.S. and Canadian certification for this conversion. Performance improvements include a reduced […]
Duluth FBO under new ownership
Monaco Air Duluth is open for business. Formerly North Country Aviation, Monaco Air Duluth is the new FBO at Duluth International Airport in Minnesota. The FBO currently consists of a general aviation terminal and hangar complex for both smaller general aviation and larger corporate aircraft. Don Monaco, the FBO’s new owner, is planning for new, […]
Tiger taps Windward Aviation for Florida sales
Tiger Aircraft LLC has appointed Windward Aviation as the exclusive Tiger sales and service representative for the state of Florida. Windward Aviation, located at Palm Beach County Park Airport in Lantana, Fla., offers services from routine maintenance and annual inspections to major airframe modifications and refurbishing. For more information: 561-254-1074.