As laser attacks on aircraft are doubling each year worldwide, with helicopter and civilian pilots at a higher risk, Elliot Scientific is introducing Sperian's Laser-Gard aviator eyewear to offer more protection. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 10th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. &...
Yingling Aviation has named long-time Cessna Aircraft Co. executive John Donatelli to the position of Regional Sales Manager at the Wichita Mid-Continent Airport-based firm. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 10th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
This August 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Bluffton, Ohio. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly...
CAPA is pleased to announce that entries are open for nominations for the eighth annual CAPA Aviation Awards for Excellence – Asia Pacific and Middle East. Winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner to be held in Singapore on 20 October 2011.
Intense competition in the Brazilian domestic market led to a sharp drop in yields in 2Q2011 and is expected to have a major impact on profitability throughout the Brazilian airline sector for the remainder of the year. Gol, which is primarily a domestic operator, has particularly been impacted by the...
Given the fact that American Eagle was actually profitable to the tune of USD40 million in 2010, it is clear American has been working hard over the last few years to do what it could not do for itself: achieve Eagle profitability as it positioned its regional operations for spinoff. Yesterday, on 11...
Japan Airlines Corp, Jetstar Airways and Mitsubishi Corp appear now to have agreed to establish a LCC JV with plans to commence domestic and international service from its proposed based at Tokyo Narita International Airport by Dec-2012, according to reports in The Nikkei on 12-Aug-2011. This follows...
Air Arabia has overcome a regional travel downturn and “tumultuous” market conditions to post a profit for the three months to 30-Jun-2011 of AED51 million (USD13.9 million), a modest increase of 2% over the same period in 2011.
By AMELIA T. REIHELD As I climbed into the sky southwest-bound over North Carolina’s Albemarle Sound a few weeks ago, the reality hit: I was about to become part of a tradition begun in 1929 by pioneer aviatrixes, determined to prove their mettle to a skeptical men’s aviation world. And it was...
Virgin Atlantic has turned a record GBP132 million loss in 2009-2010 into a pre-tax operating profit of GBP18.5 million in the 2010-2011 financial year (12 months to 28-Feb-2011), boosted by a sharp recovery in the first half of the year. The return to profit was aided by strong growth in business traffic...
Sonex Aircraft's SubSonex jet aircraft prototype, JSX-1, made its maiden flight Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) in Oshkosh, Wis. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
The news that Spain’s Ciudad Real airport is to lose its remaining passenger services is indicative of the difficulties that many greenfield airports that were conceived during the boom now face in the bust. Airport Investor Monthly looks at some case studies.
The kind of risk-seeking behavior that motivates certain people to fly personal aircraft may also make them effective corporate leaders, according to a new study co-authored by professors from the University of Notre Dame and the University of Oregon. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August...
The Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour at Paine Field in the Seattle area is expected to welcome its 1 millionth visitor this week. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
A new means to provide money for New Hampshire airports recently took flight, with passage of legislation creating an aeronautical fund to maintain and promote state airports not eligible for federal funds. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. ©...
A documentary, "Volantor," about Dr. Paul Moller’s 45-year journey to bring his M-400 Volantor, dubbed the "Skycar" by the press, to the market is now in production. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Aug. 1 marked the first anniversary of Fly High Lexington at the Davidson County Airport (EXX) in Lexington, N.C. The past year has seen an increase in fuel sales of 48% at the airport compared to the previous year. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments...
This year's International Women in Aviation Conference, scheduled for March 8-10, 2012, in Dallas, will include a day-long program called “Bring Your Daughter to the Conference Day,” Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.
Alpha Zulu has released a new book, “Owner Assisted Aircraft Maintenance.” Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.
FlyPMA.com, an independent organization that provides a user-friendly search platform of corrected PMA part information, has expanded its offerings, while at the same time transitioning to a subscriber-based service. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments...
This August 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Cessna 182. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Napa, Calif. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly...
CAPA is pleased to announce that entries are open for nominations for the eighth annual CAPA Aviation Awards for Excellence – Asia Pacific and Middle East. Winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner to be held in Singapore on 20 October 2011.
Asiana Airlines, South Korea’s second largest airline by revenue after Korean Air, reported a sharp reduction in operating profit in the three months ended Jun-2011 (2Q2011) as a result of the combined impact of the 11-Mar-2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami and high oil prices. The carrier however...
With the release of its Service Instruction 1070Q on July 16, 2010, Lycoming quietly approved autogas as a fuel for some of its engines — or did they? As news of the company's about-face after years of advising against the fuel became public, company officials have attempted to explain their confusing...
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has released its annual financial report for year ended 31-Mar-2011. They reveal static income levels but strict cost cutting. The maximisation of non-aero revenues have helped MAG increase net profit by almost 130%.
Several members of the U.S. House of Representatives have signed a letter to Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lisa Jackson requesting federal intervention on an intended lawsuit against FBOs...
Munich Airport continued its impressive gains throughout the first half of 2011 by notching up a six month passenger traffic record. It comes at the same time as the government’s tourist tax has begun to drive German passengers in the north and west of the country over the border into the Netherlands...
The Chico Air Museum's newest acquisition, an F-15C, is expected to arrive at the Northern California museum Sunday, July 31, after a 3,000-mile truck trip, crossing eight states. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 14th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
After a week of threats over possible strike action, DFS, the German air navigation service provider, and Gewerkschaft der Flugsicherung (GdF), the German air traffic controllers union, have agreed to go to arbitration to resolve their pay and conditions dispute. An eleventh hour decision to call in...
More than 600 Civil Air Patrol members are taking flight to Louisville, Ky., this month as the all-volunteer U.S. Air Force Auxiliary begins its observance of 70 years of service to America. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 14th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
