$1.5 Million Runway Sells to 530 Investments LLC for $500k

Iowa’s Marion Airport (C17) is being temporarily saved in a $500,000 runway sale, representing less than a third of the city’s original purchase. The new owner, 530 Investments LLC, will be required to maintain the runway for at least the next 10 years. City officials purchased the Marion runway and its FBO more than a decade ago for a hefty $1.67 million.

Countdown to the 27th AirVenture Cup Cross-Country Air Race Begins

It’s that time of year again for pilots with aircraft of all shapes and sizes to begin registering for the annual AirVenture Cup Cross-Country Air Race (AVC). Over 100 people have put their names into the competition so far, and applications will remain open through June 2.

Taiwan’s China Airlines Purchases Ten 777-9 and Four 777-8 Aircraft

Boeing recently revealed that the unidentified customer who had purchased 14 B777X aircraft in March, becoming the program’s 14th customer, was Taiwan’s China Airlines. This brings the 777X backlog to over 500 planes, with its first delivery slated for 2026.

Pilots Union All In On Overdue Infrastructure Investments

The Air Line Pilots Association Int’l voiced its support for the air traffic control system modernization plan released by Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. The proposal calls for a complete overhaul of the system’s infrastructure, from hardware to software, technology, facilities, and communications.

Ambitious Expansion Enhances Gateway Access To Southeastern U.S.

Signature Aviation, with the world’s largest network of private aviation terminals, announced the opening of Phase One of its new expansion at the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport (KSAV) in Georgia, one of the most historic and recognizable cities in the U.S.

L3Harris Comes to the Rescue, Modifying an Interim Presidential Aircraft

Boeing’s plan to replace the aging pair of Air Force One 747s has hit a wall—again. The program, originally set for completion in 2024, is now at least four years behind schedule. Meanwhile, the Air Force has turned to L3Harris Technologies to convert a privately owned Qatari 747-8 into a temporary solution.

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An NTSB Preliminary report is shedding some light on the Rob Holland tragedy. And there now seems to be a mechanical element as a prime suspect. The flight was destined for LFI, where the airplane made a normal approach to the runway and when it was over the end of the runway, it leveled off about 50 ft above the runway and flew straight down the runway for several hundred feet. ‘The airplane then “porpoised” twice, pitched “straight up,” rolled 90° to the left and descended to ground impact.’ Airbus is resurrecting a former trade wa

During An Aerial Application Flight, The Engine Lost Power And The Airplane Began To Descend

Analysis: The pilot reported that, during an aerial application flight, the engine lost power and the airplane began to descend. He added full power and pushed the propeller control full forward, but did not feel the engine respond and the airplane continued to descend. After he dumped the hopper tank, he still was not able to stop the airplane’s descent, and the airplane touched down in the field and continued through a cattle fence, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage and left wing.

From 2020 (YouTube Edition): A Smaller, Lighter, And Lower Cost Texting Product That Is Portable

Send Solutions introduced a new texting product that is smaller, lighter, lower cost and portable at AirVenture this year... the AirtextLT. With the approaching ADS-B mandate deadline at the end of 2019 Send Solutions found that avionics facilities were limited in installation man-hours and could not fit Airtext installations into their schedule. By having a portable solution the company says they have solved the temporary inconvenience of installation availability and still provide the low-cost connectivity to the customer

Aero Linx: British Helicopter Association (BHA) The BHA promotes the compliant, safe and considerate use of rotorcraft throughout the UK. Its activities are directed by a Council of Management. The BHA encourages European harmonisation through its membership of the European Helicopter Association. The BHA negotiates with government departments, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), on behalf of the industry.

Execute Missed Approach Instructions issued to a pilot making an instrument approach which means continue inbound to the missed approach point and execute the missed approach procedure as described on the Instrument Approach Procedure Chart or as previously assigned by ATC. The pilot may climb immediately to the altitude specified in the missed approach procedure upon making a missed approach. No turns should be initiated prior to reaching the missed approach point. When conducting an ASR or PAR approach, execute the assigned missed approach procedure immediately upon receiving instructions to “execute missed approach.” 

“As the primary users of our shared National Airspace System (NAS), we strongly support Secretary Duffy's plan to improve our nation's air traffic control system and improve the safety of our skies. This year, there have already been many operational challenges, which underscore the urgent need to address outdated technology and critical staffing shortages. From pilots who navigate these skies daily, our message is unequivocal: Now is the time for immediate, decisive action, with a steadfast commitment to safeguard and enhance aviation’s safety and efficiency..." Source: From a statement issued by Capt. Jason Ambrosi, President of ALPA, supporting the ATC plan.