The Douglas Dolphin, launched at the beginning of the Great Depression, was a niche machine that would serve airlines, business leaders and, ultimately, the military.
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CubCrafters gets green light for public offering
Proceeds from the offering will be used to increase manufacturing capacity and reduce new aircraft customer delivery times, said company officials, who note CubCrafters has a backlog of orders of more than two years.
Piper wins unpaved approval for M600s
Piper officials say they have received numerous requests for unpaved field certification from customers around the world, noting that the approval has also been awarded in Canada, the UK, and Europe.
ASA introduces new Flight Timer
Designed by pilots, the timer features an LCD backlight display with auto shut-off and multi-function clock (AM/PM, Universal Coordinated “Zulu” time, and military time options) with a reset function to prevent accidental resets, according to ASA officials.
Picture of the Day: Small plane, big world
Kevin Heerdink submitted this photo and note: “Kevin Heerdink flying into Indianapolis International Airport (KIND) in his Piper Cherokee 140. Photo by Evan Pearce.”
The physics we cannot see
There have been many times while in flight when I have looked out to my wings with the knowledge that air flowing over that carefully shaped structure allows for pressures to hold me aloft. The power of lift is undeniable. Yet it is invisible.
Military Aviation Museum adds rare Zero to its collection
After sitting abandoned for more than 45 years next to a runway on the island of Taroa in the Marshall Islands, the Zero has undergone a 10-year restoration and is preparing for its first flight soon.
Motors and Moore at KSOP
The free event is open to the public. More than 100 vehicles are expected to be on display at the airport from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
New Airfoil Jacket introduced
Flight Outfitters has introduced the Airfoil Jacket, which keeps pilots warm without the bulk, according to company officials.