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July 23, 2015

Logbooks Entries, A Pilot Responsibility?

It’s Not Just For Mechanics

Good old Part 43 of the FARs. Most pilots think of this is only an A&P/IA issue. Guess what, that thought process will eventually get you violated by the FAA. Why?

WASP Museum At Avenger Field Plans Builds Hangar Reminiscent Of 1943

This year the National WASP WWII Museum joins EAA AirVenture as a first-time exhibitor to raise awareness for their efforts to add to the historic WASP base. The museum is at Avenger Field in Sweetwater, Texas, where the Women Airforce Service Pilots of WWII trained in 1943 and 1944 to ferry aircraft from factories to air bases around the United States.

EAA Sweepstakes Gives AirVenture Crowd A Chance To Win A J-3 Cub

With EAA's annual airplane giveaway sweepstakes, all you have to give is one dollar ... and (hopefully) win a beautifully restored Piper J-3 Cub. The aircraft sits at the base of the KOSH control tower in a traditional yellow-and-black paint scheme. Nearby is a man sitting with a microphone calling out to the public to get in on the sweepstakes. Behind the glistening aircraft is a booth selling tickets.

Just Aircraft's XL makes an appearance at AirVenture

By Anthony Liberatore Just Aircraft is featuring its Super STOL XL at AirVenture this year. According to key partner Gary Schmitt, the company's first aircraft offering was the Escapade, followed by the Highlander in both taildragger and nosewheel versions. Since 2002, Just Aircraft has produced a total of 500 of of these two models.

WWII ‘The Wooden Wonder’ Flies Again After 60 Years

EAA AirVenture 2015 is proud to present the legendary Royal Air Force fighter and bomber, the de Havilland Mosquito. In its first Oshkosh appearance, the only airworthy Mosquito to date will perform in various warbird shows throughout the week of the airshow.

Largest Flight Training School In Ohio

Piper Aircraft will deliver a new Piper Arrow pilot training aircraft to the Aeronautics Division at Kent State University’s College of Applied Engineering, Sustainability and Technology. Today’s announcement was made on the first day of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, which runs through July 26.

Cessna Showcases Commitment To Future Pilot Development Through Top Hawk Program

Featured Aircraft Are Training Pilots In Kansas, North Dakota

Cessna is showcasing two of the Top Hawk-branded Cessna Skyhawk aircraft at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture this week in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The featured aircraft are from Kansas State University and the University of North Dakota.

Fully Automatic, Redundant Engine Control System Reduces Pilot Workload

Rockwell Collins’ electronic dual-channel Engine Control Unit (ECU) will be featured on the new Rotax 915 iS turbocharged piston engine for the light aircraft market. The ECU includes fully integrated turbocharging control and protection for the Rotax 915 iS, which was introduced this week at Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh.

Personalized Aircraft Named For Notable Figures In The Aviation Industry

As part of its scholarship-raising Name A Plane Program, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University honored six aviation advocates in leadership roles in special dedication ceremonies at its exhibit booth during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2015.

Cessna 172 FTD Located In The Quad Area

Frasca International has partnered with the Alpha Eta Rho (AHP) Aviation fraternity to provide free simulator flights during AirVenture this week. The Frasca Cessna 172 Flight Training Device (FTD) will be housed in a trailer and located in the Quad area. Alpha Eta Rho will provide volunteers from their fraternity to assist new and experienced pilots on a simulated flight.

SPA Unveils Their 3.3L Corvair

In a discussion with Rachel Weseman of Sport Performance Aircraft ... who is the wife of SPA's Founder Dan Weseman ... I asked "does Dan take vitamins?"

Their Primary Mission: To Firmly Establish the Eclipse 550 In Europe

Jet Lounge GmbH as has been selected as the exclusive representative of the Eclipse 550, Eclipse SE, and Kestrel 350 in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and the non-French speaking portions of Switzerland and Belgium. Jet Lounge will have operations in Germany and the Netherlands, and will be fully supported by the Eclipse Gold Service Centers within their territory.

Airborne at OSH15 - 07.22.15: WomenVenture 2015!, New Rotax 915iS, F-35 Arrives!

Also: Lancair Evolution Gets BRS, NextGenFund Update, Pelton Interview-Part 3, Malibu Accident

Now in its 8th consecutive year, WomenVenture, a collaboration between EAA and Women in Aviation International, has become a highlight of the AirVenture. Throughout the day, WomenVenture programs offered women in the aviation industry the opportunity to connect with and inspire one another while enjoying one of the world’s largest aviation events. The F-35 Lightning II made an arrival at Wittman Regional Airport Wednesday afternoon. The airplane is being exhibited for the first time at a civilian air show at AirVenture. The airplane on display at Oshkosh is the “A” variant developed for the U.S. Air Force. The airplane is also being built in a

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Airborne at OSH15 - 07.22.15: WomenVenture 2015!, New Rotax 915iS, F-35 Arrives!

Also: Lancair Evolution Gets BRS, NextGenFund Update, Pelton Interview-Part 3, Malibu Accident

Also Announces ADS-B In Program For Aspen/Lynx Bundle

The NextGen GA Fund announced several new programs that will continue to assist pilots and aircraft owners get ready for ADS-B compliance on January 1, 2020.

Women Aviators Connect, Inspire And Enjoy EAA AirVenture

Now in its 8th consecutive year, WomenVenture, a collaboration between EAA and Women in Aviation International (WAI), has become a highlight of the programs at AirVenture. Wednesday, July 22, 2015 was packed with WomenVenture programs and offered women aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to connect with and inspire one another while enjoying one of the world’s largest aviation events.

FAA STC Expanded For TT31

Trig Avionics has announced an expansion of their FAA STC program for their class leading TT31 transponder. Speaking from EAA AirVenture at Oshkosh, Andy Davis CEO said, “I am pleased to share that our FAA ADS-B STC program now includes all Garmin GTN navigators. We understand that pilots want a low cost and simple upgrade path to ADS-B and the TT31 fully meets this brief."

Latest Design From The Drawing Board Of Jim Wiebe Is An Electric Ultralight

Belite has introduces what company founder Jim Wiebe calls "the new generation in affordability and easy-to-build legal ultralight design."

EAA Advocacy Working To Ease The Pain Of Meeting The ADS-B Mandate

Equip 2020 Committee Seeks Solutions To Barriers Perceived By Pilots And Owners

With the January 1, 2020, deadline clearly visible on the horizon, many aircraft owners are faced with the need to install ADS-B “out” equipment over the next four years.

Factory-Assist Quickbuild Kit Has Airplane Ready For Paint In 14 Days

The Airplane Factory (TAF) and Synergy Air of Eugene, Oregon have launched the Sling 4 Two Week Turbo Build Program. This program involves a builder spending several weeks at Synergy Air's Oregon location and building a Sling 4 Turbo from quickbuild kit with the training and assistance of Synergy Air's competent team.

First C-47 To Fly Over Europe During D-Day Invasion

The Commemorative Air Force has always had a major presence at AirVenture, but this year, they have a very special airplane on the field.

Changing Lives Through The Challenge And Freedom Of Flight

Six new Able Flight pilots received their wings at a pinning ceremony Tuesday at Boeing Plaza at EAA AirVenture. The new pilots, who each received full-ride scholarships, include Scot Abrams of New York, Stephen Carrier of Louisiana, Randy Green of Idaho, Sgt. Adam Kisielewski of Maryland, John Robinson of North Carolina and Raymart Tinio of California.

"We discovered a very important artifact right here in Oshkosh's back yard, which is this C-47 'That's all Brother'." Source: Stephan Brown, president and CEO of the CAF.

The tendency for an aircraft nose to pitch up or pitch down, rotating around the lateral axis (wingtip to wingtip).

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Ercoupe Owners Club

We fly an airplane that was the peak of pre-World War II development. It took more than a decade and a half before the features of the Ercoupe were the norm in civil aviation. Yet the industry finally followed.