Petersen Aviation has specialized in auto gas STCs since 1983. More than 39,000 aircraft use a Petersen Auto Fuel STC to burn ethanol-free auto gas in their aircraft.
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GAALive! broadcast slated
The broadcast, which features presentations from the 2025 national flight instructor, aviation technician, and FAASTeam rep of the year, qualifies for WINGS and AMT credits.
Disconnected electronic ignition system contributes to crash
Probable Cause: The engine electronic ignition system became disconnected, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: An unexpected surprise
Karyn King submitted this photo and note: “Pilot Joe Griffith with copilot/photographer Karyn King landed their Nanchang CJ at the airport in Marana, Arizona, for breakfast. Delighted and surprised to see a beautiful North American T-6 parked beside us as if it was a mini air show display!”
Taking the zealous perspective
Of all the amazing, memorable, soul-enriching experiences I’ve had in the general aviation industry, none has come close to the satisfaction I have gotten from helping someone get started. Those smiling faces fill my memory and tug at my heartstrings.
FAA accelerates new NOTAM system
The new NOTAM service is expected to be deployed by September 2025.
Volunteers needed to help New Hampshire students build airplanes
Adult volunteer mentors are needed to help high school students in Farmington, New Hampshire, build airplanes in a new program taking off in September 2025.
L2 Aviation opens new facility at KCVG
Over the last several months, L2 Aviation remodeled an office building and hangar space and expects to be fully operational by the end of 2025, adding 250 jobs and investing $12.2 million at KCVG, according to airport officials.
Get-there-itis gets to Piper pilot
I believe that “get-there-itis” (the airplane was due back at 0900 and I was worried about being late) tempted me to exit the runway while traveling a bit faster than I would normally do.