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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?

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Give A Dollar, Get An Airplane ... If You're Very Lucky

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.

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Kent State University To Get New Piper Arrow Trainer

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.

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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.

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Rockwell Collins’ Electronic ECU To Be Featured On New Rotax 915 iS

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.

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Embry-Riddle Salutes Top Aviation Organization Leaders At AirVenture

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.

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Frasca, Alpha Eta Rho, Sporty’s Sponsor Simulation Flights At AirVenture

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.

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NextGen GA Fund Extends Assistance To Personal-Use Airplanes

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.

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Highlights Of WomenVenture 2015

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.

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ADS-B Just Got Easy – Trig's ADS-B Out Solution Adds GTN Compatibility

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."

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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.

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Launch Of The Sling 4 Two Week Turbo Build Program

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.

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Six New Able Flight Pilots Received Their Wings At AirVenture

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.

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