The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has published the information it has received from the FAA officials about the process involved in complying with the government's planned dismantling of the Block Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program. Continue Reading »===> Posted on...
This Saturday, Beaconsfield, Iowa, native Peggy Whitson will take her place beside other notable Iowans as a member of the Iowa Aviation Hall of Fame. Dr. Whitson will be honored for her contributions to the space program, according to officials. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th, 2011...
Tristan Atkins has been named director of the Aviation Division at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), replacing retiring director John Sibold. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE)'s high definition video of the Training Reform Symposium's Doctrine and Standards Panels have been uploaded to the 2011 SAFE Symposium channel. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. 1 comment. © GAN 2011.
EAA and AirVenture chairman Tom Poberezny has confirmed that the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is scheduled to make an appearance at EAA AirVenture 2011 on Friday, July 29, giving aviation enthusiasts a glimpse into the next generation of commercial airliners. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th...
Corbi Air, importer of Direct Fly’s Alto Light Sport Aircraft, has chosen the Vertical Power VP-X Electronic Circuit Breaker System to manage the electrical system and control the trim and flaps. The VP-X integrates tightly with both the Advanced Flight Systems EFIS and Dynon SkyView EFIS, allowing...
On June 18 and 19 the Museum of Flight in Seattle will host a weekend book signing with nine of the most popular aviation novelists and nonfiction writers in the Northwest. The event is free, with books available for purchase. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood....
Landmark Aviation has promoted Josh Lewis to General Manager of its Waukegan location. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Brent Hornbeck has joined Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) company, as manager of the company’s Regional Turbine Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 16th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
This June 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: Piper Arrow. Injuries: 3 fatal. Location: Scotia, N.Y. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly...
EgyptAir is aiming to return to profitability and resume rapid expansion in early 2012 as the carrier continues on the path to recovery following the turmoil in its home market. The Star Alliance carrier continues to report low demand and below average load factors but believes recently implemented...
Cathay Pacific and Dragonair carried a total of 2.2 million passengers in May-2011 - up just 1.1% year-on-year - while the passenger load factor fell 3 ppts to 78.3% as capacity (ASKs) increased strongly, by 9.1%. Cargo load factors were also down heavily, prompting further action by the airline to...
Dennis Parks is Curator Emeritus of Seattle's Museum of Flight. Aviation was introduced to California — and Californians were introduced to aviation — via a spectacular 11-day event held at Dominguez Ranch outside of Los Angeles in January 1910. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th...
MT, LC, the new manufacturer of the SJ30 light jet, has unveiled a new name for the jet program: SyberJet Aircraft. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Honeywell Green Jet Fuel powered the first-ever transatlantic biofuel flight for the Paris Air Show Saturday, June 18. When it landed in Paris, the Honeywell-owned Gulfstream G450 became the first aircraft to fly from North America to Europe with a 50/50 blend of camelina-derived biofuel and petroleum...
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association has created two new $5,000 scholarships, the AOPA Flight Training Scholarship and the Erral Lea Plymate Memorial Scholarship, which will help two student pilots pursue an FAA Sport, Recreational, or Private Pilot certificate. Continue Reading »===>...
Montana and the Sky is a monthly newsletter from the Montana Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division. The June 2011 issue is now online (back issues can be found here). Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Ben Sclair. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Hungary’s government indicated earlier this month that it would exercise a put option on the stake of 25% plus one vote that it holds in Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport as the German airport operator Hochtief (75% minus one vote) commenced the sale of non-core assets ahead of a potential takeover of...
Florida Governor Rick Scott has proclaimed June as General Aviation (GA) Appreciation Month. "Aviation plays a huge role in Florida's economy," said the governor in his proclamation, signed June 7. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General (DOT IG) has released a report on the costs associated with the 2009 FAA National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and warn FAA not to repeat costly mistakes of the past...
Piper Aircraft conducted a global PiperJet Altaire Supplier Symposium last week as the company moves forward on certification of the single-engine business jet program that calls for first flights of conforming test articles in 2012. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Janice...
A range of retro-fit installation kits has been introduced by Kannad Aviation, designed to make retro-fitting the company's range of Emergency Locator Transmitters in place of 121.5MHz ELTs convenient and cost-effective, according to company officials. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th...
Eclipse Aerospace has “sold out” its Avio IFMS completion program. Company officials report that 100 customers have placed firm, non-refundable deposits to participate in the program, which is now sold out through March 2012. This program installs the fully integrated Avio flight management system...
Texas Jet at Meacham Airport (FTW) in Fort Worth, Texas, has joined the Paragon Aviation Group's network of FBOs. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
ARM Aerospace, a provider of aircraft lift technology for private hangars, now offers the “SNER” Series Aero-Lift, a two–ton capacity single fall chain hoist. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
ZuluLog.com, a provider of cloud-based aviation record keeping services and software, has released its new online software service for tracking law enforcement and EMS operations. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 19th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
This June 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 150. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Rockwall, Texas. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly...
Scandinavian carrier SAS captured headlines on the first day of the Paris Air Show, with an order for 30 A320neo aircraft and an option for 11 more, to be powered by CFM’s LEAP-X engine. The airline, which has struggled to make money in recent years, has also announced plans to adjust its strategy...
GAN contributing writer Amelia Reiheld and her partner, Linda Keller, will take off in the Air Race Classic June 21. We'll follow their adventures online, but first a look at how the partnership began: What have I gone and gotten myself into this time? It started simply enough. Complicated things usually...
IATA expects premium travel demand to remain “soft” over the next few months with fuel costs continuing to weigh on economy travel. Premium travel numbers in Apr-2011 continued to be affected by recent shocks to demand in Asia and MENA, with a stronger second half being dependent on economic growth...
