Sporty’s has unveiled its Free and Fast Shipping Club, where pilots can pay an annual membership of $49, which covers shipping costs for a year. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 24th, 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: Beech Sierra Injuries: 2 Fatal. Location: Sylva, N.C. Aircraft damage: destroyed. What reportedly...
A CAPA analysis of forward schedule data has revealed Dubai International Airport (DIA) will take the spot of the world’s second busiest international airport from Nov-2011, leap-frogging Frankfurt, Hong Kong and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
Even with all the chaos going on in Washington, D.C., the week of Oshkosh — from debt ceiling talks to the partial shutdown of the FAA — U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) flew to AirVenture — twice. He flew his new RV-8 up on Thursday, but had to return to Washington. He then flew back on Saturday...
Bahamas Habitat is mobilizing pilots to conduct relief flights to the Bahamas in the wake of Hurricane Irene. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Maynard Stensrud, long-time owner of Stensrud Aviation and manager of the Waseca Municipal Airport (ACQ) in Waseca, Minn., reports that ethanol-free autogas is now available at his airport. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 2011 by Kent Misegades. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Shandong Airlines, China’s ninth largest domestic carrier, reported double-digit profit and revenue growth in the six months ended 30-Jun-2011 (1H2011). The carrier, a subsidiary of Air China, has benefited from the sustained growth of China’s domestic economy and the continued expansion of the...
Qantas has doubled its annual underlying pre-tax profit to AUD552 million on the back of the strongest performance in three years of its flying divisions. In the face of increased competition, the carriers has maintained a positive outlook – with further details emerging of its future strategy. But...
The Guidance Academy Scholarship was established earlier this month by Guidance Aviation of Prescott, Ariz., to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in the Yavapai College Professional Pilot Program pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Professional Pilot-Helicopters. Continue...
The International Women’s Air & Space Museum (IWASM) is hosting its sixth annual Corks in the Concourse pre-air show party Friday, Sept. 2, just before the Cleveland National Air Show takes off. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011...
Due to construction at Baltimore Washington International Marshall Airport (BWI), Runways 10-28 and 15R-33L will be closed from Sept. 9 at 11 p.m. to Sept. 12 at 6 a.m. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Flight Guide iEFB v4.0 offers a new flight planning option that allows you to create a flight plan on any of the company's seamless charts. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
The BK6000 Video/Still Recording Digital Borescope from Snap-on Industrial has been approved by the FAA as an Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) for inspection of aircraft manufactured by Commander Aircraft Corp., Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. and Rockwell International Continue Reading »===>...
Wicks Aircraft Supply now offers Beyerdynamic’s new HS 800 headsets. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
West Star Aviation has updated its "Experience On Call" app, adding a QR code to make download easier. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 25th, 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: Piper Pawnee. Injuries: None. Location: Bainbridge, Ga. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly...
AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes described the group’s second quarter (three months ended 30-Jun-2011) as “one of the best quarters” in its history, in light of the myriad difficulties facing the industry. The results, which, for the first time were reported as separate businesses rather than...
The re-branded Virgin Australia ended its final year as a middle-market carrier AUD66.6 million (USD69.3 million) in the red, a net pre-tax loss it attributes to one-off events that particularly hit the leisure market and which underscores its strategy to move into the more resilient corporate market...
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) reported a heavy loss in 2Q2011 (three months to 30-Jun-2011) as soaring costs, led by fuel, weighed on the result. The 2Q2011 loss is MAS’ second-consecutive quarterly loss and the carrier expects to remain in the red for the rest of the year.
New Zealand’s Auckland International Airport Ltd (AIAL), and Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), have released their financial reports for the period 12 months to 30-Jun-2011 and 12 months to end 31-Mar-2011, respectively. AIAL is starting to reap the rewards of its investments in New Zealand’...
When life hands you lemons, the most popular response is to make lemonade. This month, my glass runneth over. So do my refrigerator, kitchen counter, and oven. I have made the proverbial lemonade, along with sweet tea with lemon, unsweetened tea with lemon, lemon icebox pie, lemon bars, lemon-pepper...
Air China reported a 12% reduction in first half (six months to 30-Jun-2011) net profit to CNY4.06 billion (USD634 million) amid "continuous depression of western economy,” “unstable political situation in North Africa” and “surging fuel prices.” The increased cost base, driven by the higher...
Just published is "Flying Tales," by Larry Van Pelt (Colonel, USAF retired), which chronicles his experiences over the years as a fighter pilot, combat pilot, test pilot and general aviator in many different aircraft types. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No...
Mountain High recently completed its 3,000th two-person MH EDS O2D2 Pulse-Demand FADOC Oxygen Delivery Unit. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
National Aerospace Week kicks off Sept. 11. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
SimCom Training Centers has acquired 14 simulators and training programs from FlightSafety International. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
West Star Aviation recently received an STC for the Falcon 50B Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 to include Engine Indication Systems (EIS). Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
Guardian Mobility has teamed with The Trend Group, a provider of gas turbine engine trend monitoring analysis services, to give their mutual customers the ability to automatically track the performance of installed aircraft engines. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice...
ASA’s 2012 Test Preps (books for pilots), Fast-Track Test Guides (books for mechanics), Prepware (software for pilots and mechanics), and Virtual Test Preps (DVD video ground schools for pilots) are now available. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments...
FlightSafety International officials say the company will increase its concentration on providing training programs for current and next generation aircraft. Continue Reading »===> Posted on August 28th, 2011 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2011.
