Clay Simmons, a 22-year old aircraft builder and pilot based in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the winner of the sixth annual Richard L. Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots.
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Redbird and the RAF Partner on educational resources for backcountry flying
Identifying a shortage of training materials that support pilots in developing their skills in off-airport, backcountry, and recreational flying, the organizations are creating a catalog of resources covering topics such as practical flying skills and habits, planning and preparation, basic survival and first aid, and gear recommendations and usage.
Daher boosts production capacity for Kodiak
Sandpoint’s increased production capacity results from the addition of a second final assembly line that mirrors the build-up of Kodiaks once the basic airframe has been assembled, company officials explained.
Cessna unveils enhanced pistons
Textron Aviation has revealed the first deliveries of its enhanced Cessna Skyhawk, Cessna Skylane, Turbo Skylane, and Turbo Stationair HD aircraft.
Work begins on diesel-powered Seminole
On opening day of the 2024 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, officials with Piper Aircraft said they are partnering with DeltaHawk Engines to explore the feasibility of integrating DeltaHawk’s diesel engine into Piper’s PA-44 Seminole.
French company to open new facility at KSRQ
The new facility will focus on the reassembly of aircraft intended for delivery to clients in the U.S., according to company officials, who note that more than 200 aircraft have already been pre-ordered in the U.S.
Quality Aircraft Accessories acquires Approved Turbo Components
ATC overhaul and exchange work will be relocated to QAA’s headquarters and manufacturing facility in Tulsa.
CubCrafters looks for pilot input on latest model
As part of its final stages of development of the Carbon Cub UL, CubCrafters is inviting pilots to fly the aircraft to get their input on the aircraft’s performance, features, and options.
Air Plains now authorized Garmin dealer
Air Plains also offers custom powder-coated and laser engraved avionics panels, designed and produced in-house on CNC machines specifically to the customer’s preferred layout, company officials said.