The FAA has issued a request for comments on a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain models of Lycoming engines. The AD, which requires an inspection of connecting rods and replacement of affected connecting rod small end bushings, was prompted by several reports of connecting rod failures resulting in uncontained engine failure and in-flight shutdowns […]
Briefings
Less than 30 days left to claim $500 ADS-B rebate
The last day for aircraft owners to reserve one of the FAA’s $500 rebates for ADS-B Out compliance is Monday, Sept. 18, 2017. Although the last day to make a reservation is Sept. 18, eligible aircraft owners who make a reservation by the deadline will still have time to complete the remaining steps in the […]
NTSB launches blog about GA accident investigations
The National Transportation Safety Board has launched a new blog series, Inside the NTSB’s General Aviation Investigative Process. The series explores how medical, mechanical, and general safety issues are examined in the agency’s investigations.
New book, Engine Management 101, now free online
Superior Air Parts is making its new book, “Engine Management 101,” available as a free flip-book download. “We were overwhelmed by the response we received to Engine Management 101 at our forums during Oshkosh,” said Scott Hayes, VP, Sales and Marketing. “We handed out every one of the 700 copies we had available to forum attendees […]
55th Texas Antique Airplane Association Fly-In Oct. 13-14
The 55th annual Texas Antique Airplane Association Fly-In will be held Oct. 13-14, 2017, at Gainesville Municipal Airport (KGLE). The folks at FunPlacesToFly.com have put a video together to give you a preview of what you’ll see at the fly-in: The weekend will include: Static displays, exhibits, and vendors Discounts on fuel Door prizes Food, […]
FBO expands to prepare for Florida’s peak winter season
STUART, Florida — Stuart Jet Center recently broke ground on two new hangars in preparation for a busy 2017 winter season. Both hangars will measure 25,000 square feet and will be able to accommodate aircraft up to a G-650 and Global Express. The project also includes an additional 11,000-square-feet of hangar-accessible office and shop space. […]
New report says ATC privatization bill swells deficit by $100 billion
A new report from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) says the latest Congressional proposal to privatize air traffic control would add to America’s budget deficit by nearly $100 billion. “$100 billion. Really?” asks Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association President Mark Baker. “So here’s how it shapes up: The legislation would hand over the air traffic […]
475,000 hours of flight training
When Mike Jones, Chief Flight Instructor, and his student Kristine Beard taxied onto the runway Aug. 16, 2017, at the Central Flying Service Flight School, they made Arkansas aviation history. That flying lesson marked 475,000 hours of flight training at Arkansas’ oldest and one of the nation’s longest continually operated flight schools. When Claud Holbert, 29, […]
Rotorcraft deliveries take off
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) reports that the rotorcraft industry delivered 465 aircraft in the first six months of 2017, up 16.8% compared to last year. The value of the deliveries was $1.9 billion compared to $1.5 billion in 2016. “The second quarter shipment and billing numbers provide a positive marker for the rotorcraft […]