The first year learning the ropes of a high-powered job is tough, especially in the midst of an economic meltdown. But as Craig Fuller, president of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), discovered, his first year was also full of successes and pleasant surprises. ... read the rest of AOPA...
While the GA industry is seeing signs of stabilization, it looks like 2010 will be a bleak year, with low production rates, low order rates and no hiring on the horizon. That was the message from some of the industry’s leaders at the Wichita Aero Club’s first online summit Dec. 15. Bringing...
Forget Cash for Clunkers. Airplane operators have bonus depreciation as a powerful incentive to upgrade. But you’ll have to act quickly. The federal Economic Stimulus package that allows for the special depreciation benefit expires at the end of 2009. ... read the rest of Bonus depreciation set...
Garth Brooks opened as a headliner last weekend at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas, brought out of retirement when Steve Wynn offered the megastar the use of a private jet so he could fly back to Oklahoma to be with his three daughters. In a story in the Las Vegas Review Journal, Brook is quoted...
In response to the latest story about general aviation that appeared on the front page of the Dec. 14 edition of USA Today (FAA low priorities get $3.5 billion in grants), the National Business Aviation Association has discontinued “indefinitely” its advertising for its “No Plane No...
By GUY R. MAHER General aviation has sure taken its lumps lately — from the tanked economy to a rekindled poor public perception of our industry in general. As the alphabet groups, manufacturers, and many other organizations continue their global PR offensive, grass roots efforts to stir up business...
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) has established the CAF Member Hall of Fame. ... read the rest of CAF establishes Hall of Fame (377 words)
Don Abbott, a Florida-based entrepreneur, has launched the American Air Campers Association. According to a story at AOPA.org, Abbott said few pilots realize that 900 U.S. airports and 160 seaplane bases allow camping, and 1,500 state, local, and national parks are in close proximity to general aviation...
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has issued the third release in the “Coyne’s Video Briefings” series titled “FLY.” In this video, NATA President James Coyne asserts that the best way to get the economy moving is to start flying more and encourage others...
Four Cessna Pilot Centers are the first training schools to gain approval from the FAA under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 141 to use Cessna’s new Sport/Private Pilot Course in their private pilot certificate training programs. The Cessna Pilot Centers gaining approval are: Air Fleet...
Some things are just meant to be — just ask Nancy Ginesi-Hill. This was proven to the Sacramento pilot when she bought her 1940 PT-17 Stearman two years ago. While doing some research into the military history of her new plane, she discovered its last assignment was in 1944 at Eagle Field in Dos...
John McArdle, mayor of City of Independence (Oregon) and Gregg Del Ponte, the acting director of the Oregon Department of Aviation have both gone on the record in favor the through-the-fence agreement at Independence Airport. A story at StatesmanJournal.com turns the spotlight on the FAAs efforts and...
It’s a question that comes around about every 10 years — usually coinciding with a downturn in the nation’s economy: Is Wichita, the air capital of the U.S., destined to become the next Detroit? Absolutely not, say the top executives at the airplane manufacturers based in the city. One...
A request to the Department of Homeland Security could bring about a closer look at holders of airman certificates to find possible security threats. Concerned that reports show people with connections to terrorism and other criminal activities hold valid airman certificates, four senators have asked...
This Jenny, seen landing at Mineola Airport in Long Island, was flown by Richard Depew, who finished 22nd in the speed race and fifth in the handicap race. Seen on the ground is a new three-engined Eagle intended by Curtiss as a post-war airliner. Great aerial adventures followed in the wake of World...
Just over a year ago, Diamond Aircraft announced plans to offer owners of DA42 TDI aircraft two new options: Upgrade to Lycoming avgas-burning engines or to the new Austro Engines AE 300 turbo diesel engines that burn jet fuel. Late this summer, Diamond began delivering Lycoming-powered DA42 L360 aircraft...
To celebrate the holiday season, Hawker Beechcraft Corp. is offering Santa Clause and one of his elves a ride this week in a Beechcraft Premier IA to 10 military facilities across the country to spread holiday cheer to military personnel and their families. Santa’s flight, in support of Santa&#...
The Oshkosh Express at the 1998 AirVenture Hundreds of aviation enthusiasts from Australia and New Zealand will be making a pilgrimage next July to Oshkosh, landing in a 747 jetliner at EAA AirVenture, in a group trip dubbed the “Oshkosh Express.” AirVenture is slated for July 26-Aug. 1...
“Pilot of Fortune,” the first book in an aviation trilogy from Ted Beaudoin, author and media services manager for the AEA 2005 Inc. non-profit group, in Welland, Ontario, Canada, is now available at Trafford.com, as well as Amazon, Walmart, Barnes and Nobles and other book stores throughout...
Beech Baron behind Hartzell Top Prop propeller Hartzell Propeller Inc. has signed an agreement with Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) for the exclusive supply of constant-speed propellers to all of its new piston and turboprop aircraft. The agreement is for a minimum of five years, and covers the...
The digital edition of the December 18 issue of General Aviation News is now available. Enjoy!
A view of the Sebring ramp on takeoff from runway 18; racetrack and grandstands are in the background. The sixth annual U.S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring, Florida, kicks off next month. Known as the Sebring LSA Expo, the event focuses on tire-kicking and demo flights of Light Sport Aircraft, ultralights...
When the Boeing 787 Dreamliner made its maiden voyage Tuesday, Dec. 15, it had quite an audience. Television stations carried the event live, while thousands of people gathered at Snohomish County Airport/ Paine Field (PAE) in Everett, Wash., for its departure and at King County International/Boeing...
The FAA has issued a new Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Cirrus SR22s equipped with an anti-ice system approved for flight into known icing. The AD, which requires owners to inspect the compression fittings on the anti-ice fluid distribution lines for proper installation and repair any fittings that...
SPLOG By DAN JOHNSON If you’ve been around aviation long enough you’ve heard the Q&A: “Know how to make a small fortune in aviation? Start with a large one!” Yet aviation can always use fresh talent, so welcome former tech entrepreneur, James Wiebe, turned aviation businessman...
JSfirm, an online employment website for aviation professionals, is reporting an increase in job postings over the last three months at JSFirm.com. “This is great news regarding hiring activity,” said Tonya Salatino, account manager. “We have been seeing a positive trend over the past three months...
Aviation International News is reporting that former Eclipse Aviation Chairman Roel Pieper will have to produce records of properties that he owns, according to an order issued by the New York State Supreme Court. The order is the result of a subpoena from the Alfred E. Mann Living Trust. Mann was one...
Twin Commander Aircraft has completed its relocation from Arlington, Wash., to Creedmoor, N.C. ... read the rest of Twin Commander Aircraft completes transcontinental move (155 words)
Keoki Gray, pilot and author, has released “Songs of the Archaeopteryx,” stories of aerial adventure and the interesting people drawn to small airplanes, flight training, and aerobatics. The tales are based on Gray’s 30-plus years’ aviating throughout North America. Gray has flown as a glider...
Embraer’s Phenom 300 light executive jet was certified Dec. 14 by the FAA, which granted its Type Certificate following the same action by Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil – ANAC) Dec. 3. First deliveries should begin in the coming weeks, according...
