Aircraft Equipped With Floats and Tactical Radio for Enforcement Role

Daher announced on the first day of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 the most recent delivery of a Kodiak 100 outfitted for maritime duties to the Maine Marine Patrol. The aircraft is equipped with floats to enable both land- and water-based operations. Among other upgrades intended to fulfill a multi-mission role, Daher also incorporated a TDFM-9100 multi-band tactical radio into the aircraft. The primary mission of the Maine Marine Patrol is enforcement of commercial fishing regulations and saltwater sport fishing laws. It also promotes recreational boating safety and conducts search and rescue operations as well as maritime security patrols.

EAA Celebrates Legendary Career of the Thunderbolt

The A-10 Thunderbolt II, better known as the A-10 Warthog, has been on display at EAA’s Oshkosh AirVenture for nearly 20 years. The aircraft has been a consistent favorite, performing demonstration flights almost every year since its debut. Unfortunately for the Warthog’s fan club, however, the EAA has confirmed that 2024 will be its last hurrah at AirVenture. To celebrate the Warthog’s 47 years of service and impressive achievements, Oshkosh AirVenture is hosting a Heritage flight during Day 1 of the week-long event. It, of course, features the A-10 demonstration team, along with F-16 Vipers, the Warbirds, and a Chuters Skydiving Team. Many are disappointed to see it go, but we

Industry Personnel Shortages Effect Even the Big Players

By: Gene Yarbrough Over the next 20 years, Boeing projects a continued significant demand for aviation personnel as the global commercial airplane fleet continues to expand. The company’s 2024 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) shows the industry will require nearly 2.4 million new professionals to support the growing commercial fleet and meet the long-term increase in air travel. Just about everyone needs some experienced technicians, and that trend is only going to continue as markets at home and abroad expand...

Working to Create Resources for Independent Flight Instructors

Adriana Barragan saw an issue within the flight training community nearly three years ago and founded Orka to stop it. No, the name is not based on the whale (although my thoughts went there, too)—ORKA is a Swedish word meaning to cope or to have the energy to achieve. This symbolizes exactly what Barragan will need to accomplish her mission. Her company, ORKA, is an all-in-one management system for flight instructors with small businesses. It contains integrated tools for scheduling, marketing, and training. Barragan also mentioned that she is working with the NVIDIA Inception program to introduce AI software, but in her words, “this is just the beginning.” Her end g

AAM Manufacturer Now Planning Test Campaign to Come

Eve Air Mobility made waves at the Farnborough International Airshow as it displayed its very first full-scale eVTOL prototype, showing off the unit under construction at the Embraer test facility in Sao Paulo, Brazil.The prototype was accompanied by the nomination of another pair of suppliers, adding Diehl Aviation and ASE to the roster of Eve's companion companies working on the design. Diehl will design and develop the interior furnishings and cabin design, while ASE will get to work engineering the power distribution system, power converters, and interconnects to power Eve's electric flight. The companies put a cap on Eve's selection of 'primary suppliers' for the eVTOL in its production guis

Full Lineup of Airplanes, Propellers, Engine Tech, Education Session

Hartzell Propeller is putting together a display for AirVenture this year that will have attractions for just about every segment of aviation. There are also renowned aerobatic pilots scheduled for meet & greet sessions on various days to talk about their airplanes and be available for autographs and photos. Hartzell promises to have some great exclusive deals for backcountry and kit plane flyers as well. But wait, there’s more: Hartzell wants to buy your propeller. You might get a discount on a new prop if your current one is serviceable.

Factory Coverage Now Three Years

Aspen Avionics, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, announced the extension of factory warranty coverage on its Evolution MAX and E5 Display Systems. The warranty is extended from two to three years with unlimited transferability. The extension indicates the company’s willingness to work with the general aviation community to provide cost-effective and ongoing support for its display systems. The longer warranty period covers all components regardless of their accumulated flight hours. In addition, the company will provide some more pricing options for an additional two years beyond the original factory coverage. For a single display, oeprators can expect just under $1000, going up to a fiver under $1,300

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Joby Aviation managed to pull off a 523-mile flight using their hybrid electric/hydrogen VTOL aircraft, once again putting them near the front of the sustainable pack in terms of real-world accomplishment. Their demonstrator finished off a 523-mile flight putting out nothing but water as the byproduct of its hybrid powerplant. SLC Agricola is one of the largest agricultural producers in Brazil, working 1.7 million acres of farmland and is a leading innovator of farming practices. SLC has signed a commercial agreement with Oakland, California, -based Pyka Inc. for the purchase of

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A 28-year-old man residing in Concord, California, is out on bail after being arrested in connection with an attempted theft of multiple airplanes from the Buchanan Field Airport (KCCR). Police have charged the man with six felonies including attempted grand theft and attempted fraud. The story began when a local owner got wind of his aircraft being advertised for sale. Which took him by surprise since he knew nothing about it nor had he authorized it. NAA paid tribute to USAF Major General Joe Henry Engle, who passed away on July 10, 2024. Engle always had a passion to fly

Also: UAS4STEM, uAvionix Waiver, 1st J-1 Pulsejets, ZeroAvia Hydrogen

Joby Aviation managed to pull off a 523-mile flight using their hybrid electric/hydrogen VTOL aircraft, once again putting them near the front of the sustainable pack in terms of real-world accomplishment. Their demonstrator finished off a 523-mile flight putting out nothing but water as the byproduct of its hybrid powerplant. SLC Agricola is one of the largest agricultural producers in Brazil, working 1.7 million acres of farmland and is a leading innovator of farming practices. SLC has signed a commercial agreement with Oakland, California, -based Pyka Inc. for the purchase of its fu

From AirVenture 2017 (YouTube Version): Flight-Proven Booster On Display At AirVenture…

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is known primarily as a celebration of experimental and amateur-built aircraft. But over the years, the scope of the show has grown to include all aspects of aviation and aerospace. Enter Blue Origin, an aerospace company that has seen significant success over the past two years launching and recovering reusable boosters with an eye towards suborbital space tourism and commercial space launches. And this year, the Blue Origin New Shepard booster was on display at Boeing Plaza at

They Saw The Helicopter Wreckage Freefalling Into The Ocean In Two Sections

On July 11, 2024, about 1305 Hawaii-Aleutian standard time, a Robinson R44 helicopter, N144KW, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident near Kekaha, Hawaii. The pilot and two passengers were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 sightseeing flight. The accident helicopter, owned by Aloha Helicopter Tours LLC, dba Ali’I Air Tours, was conducting a doors-off, sightseeing flight around the island of Kauai. The helicopter departed from the Lihue Airport (LIH), at about 1231 for a one-hour tour of the island of Kauai. According to archived Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ADS-B data

Aero Linx: Taylorcraft Foundation, Inc. The Taylorcraft Foundation is exclusively organized for charitable, educational & scientific activities and is intended to preserve the history and technical information of Taylorcraft organisations and the airplanes the produced. This Foundation is a chartered Ohio Corporation and has been granted USA IRS 501(c)(3) status as a non-profit, tax exempt, organization. The Taylorcraft Foundation maintains archives, provides information and research assistance when possible to aircraft owners, and works to preserve Taylorcraft history.

Night (ICAO) The hours between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil twilight or such other period between sunset and sunrise as may be specified by the appropriate authority. Note: Civil twilight ends in the evening when the center of the sun's disk is 6 degrees below the horizon and begins in the morning when the center of the sun's disk is 6 degrees below the horizon.

"Driven by aviation traffic trending above pre-pandemic levels, personnel attrition and commercial fleet growth, the demand for aviation personnel continues to rise. We are focused on being a reliable and innovative partner in the lifecycle of aviation training. Our offerings are rooted in competency-based training and assessment programs to help ensure high quality aviation training starting in flight schools and in commercial operations while helping enhance aviation safety through immersive and virtual training solutions.” Source: Chris Broom, vice president, Commercial Training Solutions, Boeing Global Services, discussing future needs for aviation professionals.