Norwegian Air Shuttle announced orders for a further 15 B737-800s and three B787s in Jun-2011, supporting the carrier’s continued growth which has seen it rapidly expand to become Europe’s third largest LCC. While continuing its expansion path, the carrier is also seeking to build its position in...
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) reported a set of “remarkable” results in FY2010/2011, with the airport setting records for all major performance indicators, including record net profit, revenue, passenger traffic, freight traffic and aircraft movement results.
Kuwait’s Aviation Lease and Finance Company (ALAFCO) signed USD4.3 billion in deals with Airbus at this month’s Paris Air Show. The carrier ordered more A350 XWBs and, in a surprise move, signed an MoU for 30 of the A320neo, which has now become the fastest-selling aircraft in aviation history,...
Ten years ago, Dubai International Airport was only the 99th largest airport in the world in terms of passenger traffic, sitting between Shanghai and Mumbai. Last year it was the world’s 13th busiest, behind Madrid Barajas and ahead of New York JFK.
By BILL WALKER An airpark developer who makes presentations annually at Sun ’n Fun and Oshkosh says potential airpark residents need to do a better job of asking questions and evaluating the merits of flying-oriented communities before buying a lot or a home and hangar. Continue Reading »===>...
In a press conference Wednesday, June 28, President Obama lashed out at "corporate jets” three times in his opening remarks on wanting to increase revenue, citing tax policies on general aviation airplanes as one place to act. GA groups quickly lashed back. Continue Reading »===> Posted on...
Phoenix is a US large city that has shown spectacular growth in the past half century. In 1960, it had a population of 726,000, a number that by the 2011 census had grown to more than 4 million. It has displayed double-digit growth in every census year and in the 1990s trailed only Las Vegas in expansion...
The latest trendy acronym beyond "BRIC" and "N11" is "CIVETS" – a gaggle of widely dispersed countries (Colombia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, Turkey and South Africa) that are all dynamic and diverse emerging economies with inflation under control and sophisticated financial systems with an absence...
GAN contributing writer Amelia Reiheld participated in the Air Race Classic with partner Linda Keller. Here’s their latest blog post: It wasn't a flawless race, it wasn't without its challenges, but we got here to Mobile, safe and sound, and even though we weren't able to leave Borger, Texas, until...
The final results of the Air Race Classic have been revealed and our intrepid reporter, Amelia Reiheld, and her partner, Linda Keller, placed 37th. Coming in first was Team #26, Leah Hetzel and Sarah Morris from Jacksonville University, flying a Cirrus SR-20. For a full list of the race results, click...
Cessna's parent company Textron Inc. could be a prime target for activist investors scouring the aerospace and defense industry for breakup targets, according to a Reuters report, that quotes one investor about Textron: "There is no one in the activist space who hasn't looked at it and licked their...
In what is to be the leading edge of a trend with airline holding companies, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) won representation for all pilots at the six airlines within Republic Airways Holdings, consolidating representation under a single union. IBT won 68% of the vote which must...
Kuwait Airways has been unable to staunch the heavy flow of losses but the Kuwait government appears to be pressing on with the proposed privatisation of the carrier regardless. Despite Chairman and Managing Director Hamad Al-Falah reporting the carrier suffered a loss of KWD76 million (USD276.3 million...
The Iowa Department Of Transportation Office of Aviation has released the 2010-2030 Iowa Aviation System Plan that evaluates Iowa’s air transportation system and makes recommendations for future development to meet the needs of users over the next 20 years. Continue Reading »===> Posted on...
Kansas State University again will hold seven daily drawings for $2,000 scholarships — one on each day of AirVenture Oshkosh 2011. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 29th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Sporty's Flight Review and Instrument Proficiency Check apps have been updated. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 29th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
A five-person FAA National Kit Evaluation Team (NKET) recently concluded a two-day visit to Zenith Aircraft Co. in Mexico, Missouri. In a letter dated June 24, Terry Allen, manager of the FAA Production and Airworthiness Division, stated that the Evaluation Team determined that the kit will "allow...
The GAfuels Blog is written by two private pilots concerned about the future availability of fuels for piston-engine aircraft: Dean Billing, Sisters, Ore., an expert on autogas and ethanol, and Kent Misegades, Cary, N.C., an aerospace engineer, aviation sales rep for U-Fuel, and president of EAA1114...
The Atlanta Aero Club has launched the Georgia Air Challenge, which encourages all pilots in the state to take to the skies during July and help stimulate an aviation economic recovery. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 29th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Fantasy of Flight, Central Florida's aviation attraction, is offering Florida residents a Buy One/Get One Free offer on adult and children's general admission from July 1-Sept. 30, 2011. Proof of residency is required. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 29th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments...
Aero-Classics Heat Transfer Products, Inc. now produces an FAA-PMA oil cooler for many popular Beech King Air models. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 29th, 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 172. Injuries: None. Location: Shepherdsville, Ky. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly...
In the final part of this series on global airline alliances, we discuss the impact of the Gulf airline concept on European network airlines and global alliances. We also examine the uncertainty of antitrust law as a foundation for expanding the alliance system.
The Seaplane Pilots Association, a non-profit organization based in Lakeland, Florida, has concluded an exhaustive search for a new executive director to replace Dr. James McManus, who recently stepped down from the position, with the appointment of Steve McCaughey to the position. Continue Reading...
Sending a signal that negotiations for a multiyear deal is near, Congress again approved an extension of the existing FAA reauthorization bill, but just for another three weeks, according to a story in The Commercial Appeal of Memphis. It is the 20th extension of the FAA bill that expired in 2007. Read...
The FAA has issued a Q&A document to help explain which airplane owners can continue to block display of their flights after the Blocked Aircraft Registration Request (BARR) program ends later this year, according to a report by Mac McClellan at EAA.org. Only those who are able to “certify”...
Piper Aircraft is sponsoring the launch of AirNav.com’s new app for iTouch, iPhone and iPads. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 30th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Woburn, MA -- Terrafugia has received a grant of all of the special exemptions it had requested for the Transition from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Transition is the first combined flying-driving vehicle to receive such special consideration. Continue Reading...
RANS Designs Inc. has re-released its classic instructional video on how to clear coat on Dacron aircraft covering. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 30th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Beringer Wheels & Brakes has introduced a new nosewheel and axle kit for the Van's RV-10. Continue Reading »===> Posted on June 30th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
