Classy New Colorway Commemorates Beechcraft’s Classic Cruiser
Buyers of the Beechcraft King Air 260 and 360 can now opt for a celebratory red, blue, and silver livery released to commemorate six decades of the marque. The 'best-selling business turboprop family in the world' remains a strong seller for the Textron brand, combining rugged go-anywhere performance with sweet handling and a capacious interior to match. The special 'Crimson Edition' includes more than a custom color scheme, too. The boarding stair has revised fixtures and fasteners that help to make the assembly sleeker and seamless. Going inside, that effort continues with some small but meaningful touches to evoke the history of the Beechcraft name, with the brand's logo on sid
We’ve seen some extraordinary homebuilt projects, several of them replicas of historic aircraft, but a gorgeous, stunning and all-around incredible 2/3 scale P-38 may top them all... and then there’s the story about how it came to be and the folks that are it’s caretakers now. Come Wednesday morning, the female staff of the Aero-News Network disappear... to attend various WomenVenture functions and enjoy the partnership WAI has created amongst a growing segment of the aviation community. The LSA crowd has been going ga-ga- over various promised high-win
The annual Meet The Administrator event was not what we hoped for. The Administrator didn’t show up and apparently disappointed, neither did Jack Pelton (who often oversees this event). From the allotted time of 1130 to 1245 CT, the FAA talked, answered some prepared questions from EAA and ignored the audience. Finally, after the official end time, they took a few questions... but offered little in the way of answers. Year after year, MOSAIC has been promised to an aviation community hungry for progress and the chance to build a new industry th
The Experimental Aviation Association announced a new chairman for the Young Eagles Program, NFL All-Pro tight end Jimmy Graham. “Jimmy Graham has been dedicated to aviation and especially introducing others to flight over the past several years, including as Young Eagles co-chair,” said Jack Pelton, EAA CEO and Chairman of the Board. “We are very appreciative that Jimmy accepted our invitation to lead Young Eagles and bring his inspiring story to young people as an example of focus and achievement.”
Three Kit Airplanes Dedicated to Helping the Non-Profit Thrive
On day 2 of EAA’s Oshkosh AirVenture, the Bob Hoover Academy announced an extremely generous donation from the Thomas and Stacey Siebel Foundation: three CarbonCub kit planes. The Bob Hoover Academy, led by CEO Sean Tucker, is a non-profit organization based out of Salinas, California. Its primary goal is to inspire at-risk teens using aviation as a platform. In their 12 years of operation, they have given hundreds of adolescents a purpose and a passion for the industry. Several companies have stepped up to help fund the Academy’s mission. Game Composites, CubCrafters, and AOPA have all played a large role in its development and outreach. The newest donation, however,
Extra Aircraft unveiled the company’s brand-new 330SX during the morning of Oshkosh Day 1. This ceremony was conducted by CEO and Founder Walter Extra’s son, Marcus Extra. The company was founded in 1980 as a one-man show. It has since exponentially grown in size and popularity, manufacturing a total of 850 aerobatic aircraft. The Extra 330SX, an evolution of the 330SC, has very recently rolled off the production line. Less than 10 have reached the market so far, and 2 of them are on display at this year’s Oshkosh AirVenture outside the International Aerobatic Club. The 330SX includes several upgrades from the previous model. It has updated avionics, including a Garmin G3X touch pane
The Kiddy Pedal Plane Parade has been running annually at EAA’s Oshkosh AirVenture for the last five years. Its debut in 2018 was a last-second decision, but it managed to pull together a 31-person pedal plane crew. In 2019, the gathering pulled together a Guinness World Record attempt of 51 pedal planes. It is irresistibly wholesome, making it an AirVenture fan-favorite as it continues to grow. Hundreds of spectators take to the outskirts of Celebration Way to view the parade. It consists of a short loop over the painted compass, then a trip to Boeing Plaza for a group photo. For the time it occurs, the event is all “ooh”s to the pedal planes and “aww”s to their “pilot
They flew the Samson Sky earlier this year… and the data is yielding some exciting updates and modifications for the unique roadable airplane/flying car program. The Able Flight ceremony at Oshkosh is one of our favorite events, as a number of new pilots, who have proven themselves to be ‘hand-capable’ join our ranks. How aviation will power its convoluted future is a question that some of the best minds in aviation are trying to answer… and MagniX is competing for a share of what that will look like. Hartzell continues to build an incredibl
Turns Out Getting Rid of Lead is Easier Said Than Done
Unleaded aviation fuels have emerged as a critical topic of discussion within the aviation industry, driven by the need for more environmentally friendly and health-conscious alternatives to traditional leaded aviation fuels. The transition to unleaded aviation fuels represents a significant shift in the aviation sector, with implications for aircraft performance, environmental impact, regulatory compliance, and industry sustainability. One of the primary motivations behind the development of unleaded aviation fuels is the desire to reduce the environmental footprint of aviation operations. Leaded aviation fuels, which contain tetraethyl lead, have been linked to air pollution and adverse
Massive Aviation News Event Started 2024 Off With a Plethora of Exciting Info
Last year, we introduced the SnF Innovation Preview in which 25 companies introduced over 30 new planes, products, engines, accessories, and more… in other words… a LOT of news. Rotax previewed the powerful 916iS, CubCrafters showcased the Carbon Cub UL, Bose introduced the A30, Aerox revealed the Boomula… and so much more. This year, we went beyond that... way beyond all that, with a larger selection of news announcements that covered ALL aspects of sport, general and commercial aviation... all at the start of the
Marine Seascapes, Cinematic Journeys Give Locals a Show
The big draw this time around was a bigger show than ever held before, with 4 scheduled performances that used hundreds of drones in simultaneous flight to produce a nighttime light show. "We are delighted that the Drone Show Festival is a prestigious award for the winners in the animation category of the Drone Show Competition," said Alexander Levandovskiy, Head of Drone Show Technologies at SPH Engineering. "Over the past two years, this collaboration has profoundly impacted the industry, fostering creativity, innovation, and drive to exceed boundaries among providers."
Able Flight has announced its Class of 2024 will receive their wings in a ceremony at the upcoming EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. This will be Able Flight’s first year partnering with Southern Illinois University at Carbondale for flight training of its scholarship recipients. Mayor John Nichols of College Station, Texas, sent a letter to the FAA asking it to delay the increase in the number of deliveries requested by Amazon Prime Air for its facility in College Station. The letter was sent on behalf of the City Council of College Station as a public comme
Also: College Internship, Pilots Request Mediation, RAA Speaks Up, New iPad Organizer
UAS4STEM is an Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) sanctioned competition for students aged 11 through graduating high school seniors. Teams compete throughout the year to make it to the championship at AirVenture. NBAA returned to the grind of angling for fresh blood in the industry, urging congress to implement some of the high-minded plans enclosed in their recent FAA reauthorization legislation. Every so often the industry seems to remember the impending wave of retirements, which is followed by some anxious glances at the unimpressively slim pilot production pipelin
Easy Online Forms Available For Sport Plane Manufacturers And Suppliers To Be Listed In The Upcoming eSPRG
Work on the SportPlane Resource Guide is going well… Albeit a little bit behind schedule, because as we got into this process, things became a bit more complicated simply because we learned we could do an even better job at certain aspects of this project than we thought from the beginning. They say that the enemy of true quality is the phrase "good enough" and we want to be far more than “good enough.”
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Accident Pilot Sent A Text Indicating That The Airplane, “Shakes A Little Bit. I Don’T Know If Its Normal.”
On June 25, 2024, about 1339 mountain daylight time, a Grumman Aircraft-Schweizer G-164A, N9709, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Chamberino, New Mexico. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The aircraft was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. According to the operator and chief pilot, the accident pilot had recently received his tailwheel endorsement, and this was the pilot’s first flight in the accident make and model airplane. The chief pilot instructed the accident pilot to takeoff, climb up “a couple thousand feet” and practice turns, c
With The eSPRG Only Weeks Away From Its Start Date, A-AF Will Help To Support Sport Flyers, Worldwide
With the all-new and all-digital SportPlane Resource Guide getting ready for publication early next year, the Aero-News Network is pleased to announce yet another addition to the Airborne video news programming roster… Airborne-Affordable Flyers. Dedicated to keeping people up-to-date on the most affordable aspects of sport and general aviation, Airborne-Affordable Flyers is one of our most exciting offerings yet. A-AF will delve into more than just the current LSA community, but look at all aspects of aviation to examine and ev
From 2018 (YouTube Version): Clarity Aloft Introduces The TSO Certified Flex Headset
The newest addition to the Clarity Aloft headset range is a big departure from previous designs and ushers in a new standard for in-ear headsets. Not only is it the lightest model yet from Clarity Aloft, it is also the most customizable. Pilots using the Flex can set the microphone boom on the right or left, adjust the boom length and headband circumference, and collapse it flat for storage. No other headset will disappear so completely onto your head or into your flight bag.
BIG Upgrades In The Works --- ANN Is Seeking EXCEPTIONAL New Staffers
The last few years have been about as challenging a time as we can recall... but we survive (yeah, we're kinda surprised, too) and look forward to 2023 and what we see as a very rewarding (and yes, still challenging) new generation of activities at ANN. After some truly weird times during the pandemic, ANN continues to expand slowly, but surely, and we have some truly intriguing upgrades coming up over the next few months. In other words, we're about to grow again -- REALLY/TRULY -- and in some novel directions. The much-appreciated expansion of
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And That's But One Of Over A Dozen Major Developments Planned For The Next Year Or So
Aero-News Network is now available on Roku and Amazon FireTV! That’s right folks. You can now get your daily dose of aviation news… right on the ol' giggle box! This is an EPIC development for our network, one of many to come, and we’re thrilled to offer you this new way to watch our news programming. Whether you’re a traditional website reader, podcast listener, or YouTube subscriber, we’re dedicated to giving you quality, honest, aviation news that you can trust and broadening our reach and audience aggressively in the coming years, so that we may both Grow and Inform the aviatio
Brand New! Avoid The Need For A Comeback... Get Your Marketing Right, Right Now!
Some time ago, the Aero-News Network, responding to numerous requests, established a marketing and communications sister company by the name of AEROPRENEUER... and it's been doing amazing work under these difficult circumstances -- and getting results! We're getting rave reviews from our clients, and working hard to earn the trust of a number of new marketing partners along the way. ANN's Amber Cedroni has come up with a few tips to help aero-businesses stay alive in these tough times, and
Emphasis On Growing The Future of Aviation Through Concentration on 'AFFORDABLE FLYERS'
It's been a number of years since the Latest Edition of Jim Campbell's HUGE SportPlane Resource Guide first saw the light of day. That massive 1100 page book last featured over 800 exciting sport aircraft from all over the SportPlane universe... at a time when the SportPlane industry was still a healthy, thriving enterprise (those were the days...). While there has been some consideration, off and on, toward updating the nearly 5 pound book, the near implosion of the SportPlane and kit industry over the last decade has made such a pursuit an unwieldy one... until now.
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Aero Linx: Cardinal Flyers
The Cardinal Flyers Online Web site was created and is maintained by me, Keith Peterson. My wife Debbie and I have owned a 1976 RG since 1985. With my mechanical engineering background I naturally enjoy digging into the Cardinal and finding out what to look for and what to do when you find it. The web site came about through the urging of a number of Cardinal owners who wished for a central location for information about the Cardinal. The goal has always been to capture and retain the accumulated wisdom of the Cardinal Owning population in a way that helps most of us learn and helps all of us remember.
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Landing Area
Any locality either on land, water, or structures, including airports/heliports and intermediate landing fields, which is used, or intended to be used, for the landing and takeoff of aircraft whether or not facilities are provided for the shelter, servicing, or for receiving or discharging passengers or cargo.
“I’ve seen it in the faces of kids I’ve flown, as they understand perhaps for the first time that these dreams are possible for them. Young Eagles is a superb platform to bring that message to even more young people, and I’m eager to continue.”
Source: That's part of a statement by the new chairman for the Young Eagles Program, NFL All-Pro tight end Jimmy Graham. Graham's announcement was made early on at AirVenture, but he more visibly took the stage on July 25th, at The Gathering, EAA's yearly fundraiser.
Elixir Aircraft, of La Rochelle, France, is delivering its 26th training aircraft and continues on-pace to meet its goal of delivering one aircraft per week by the end of the year. French aircraft rental company Locavion just took delivery of serial number 26, Elixir said. The company is ramping up production to pare down an order book backlog of 200 orders and pre-orders. The company’s reassembly plant in Sarasota, Florida, is scheduled to open in 2025. Elixir brought two of its 100-hp and 140-hp aircraft to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, along with a contingent of sales and customer support specialists to meet customers on this side of the pond.
The annual Meet The Administrator event was not what we hoped for. The Administrator didn’t show up and apparently disappointed, neither did Jack Pelton (who often oversees this event). From the allotted time of 1130 to 1245 CT, the FAA talked, answered some prepared questions from EAA and ignored the audience. Finally, after the official end time, they took a few questions... but offered little in the way of answers. Year after year, MOSAIC has been promised to an aviation community hungry for progress and the chance to build a new industry that is m
Strong Interest from M700 Fury and Archer Trainers
Piper Aircraft took advantage of the journalistic interest around AirVenture 2024 to take the spotlight to show just how good sales have been - and sales have been pretty darn good. Overall, Piper is just about track to deliver 300 aircraft this year, a 22% jump from its 2023 performance. Deliveries in the first half of the year came out 16% better than the same period last year, bolstered by the launch of the brand new M700 Fury. That aircraft, unsurprisingly, was a big seller from the start, with 50 expected to be delivered by the end of this year.
State-of-the-Art Flying for Recreational and Professional Pilots
BEDE Aircraft and SureWings announced they have entered into a strategic partnership to incorporate SureWings safety systems and avionics into Bede’s aircraft. The collaboration brings together BEDE’s innovative aircraft designs with the advanced technology capabilities of SureWings to enhance performance, safety, and reliability to create new kits for home builders. The partnership is also expected to inspire the development of new features and advanced models to expand the boundaries of aviation. The partnership introduced the first of its new kits as the BD-4C-S SureWings Edition Complete Aircraft Kit.
Wipaire brought out some good news for Cessna Caravan operators in the form of their newly approved STC for the installation of Hartzell Propeller's Yukon four-blade prop. The company brought out their own modified Caravan, allowing AirVenture audiences to start imagining how they'd mod their own C-208s at home. The 110-inch diameter prop can be had with or without TKS icing protection or electric de-ice boots, so it can be had for pretty much any environment a Caravan may find. The Yukon's 137-pound full composite construction frees up a nifty 19 pounds compared to the stock prop, with improved performance to boot. The 4-blader is a surprisingly effective mod for the Caravan, if Wipaire's testbed is any i
Refreshed Design is Sleeker, Quicker, and Better All Around
Samson Sky had mentioned that its flying car, the Switchblade, would be getting a few aerodynamic and production tweaks as they move towards production, but their newest announcement surprised AirVenture attendees with a fully revamped fuselage design. Samson Sky Founder Sam Bousfield said they'd taken a wholistic approach to the aerodynamic redesign, looking to improve nearly every aspect of the Switchblade. The end result? A much sleeker, less visually 'busy' design. “When all configurations were reviewed," he said, "there was no question that we should embrace a more streamlined body design with thrusters,” said Bousfield. “It allowed us to keep what worked well durin
They flew the Samson Sky earlier this year… and the data is yielding some exciting updates and modifications for the unique roadable airplane/flying car program. The Able Flight ceremony at Oshkosh is one of our favorite events, as a number of new pilots, who have proven themselves to be ‘hand-capable’ join our ranks. How aviation will power its convoluted future is a question that some of the best minds in aviation are trying to answer… and MagniX is competing for a share of what that will look like. Hartzell continues to build an incredible suite
A Welcome Change for Exhibitors and Visitors Alike
Every year since 2008, EAA’s Oshkosh AirVenture has hosted a specialized program dedicated to motivating women to get involved in aviation. These events, collectively titled “WomenVenture”, have truly caught wind within the last 3 years, allowing them to expand in both frequency and attendance. Still, as the doors open in 2024, WomenVenture organizers are preparing to welcome more visitors than ever due to its new and improved location. The 2024 WomenVenture programming is centered on women in vertical lift and rotorcraft missions, though there is sure to be something there for everyone during the week. To become a part of the fun, visit the EAA WomenVenture website - and even co
We’ve seen some extraordinary homebuilt projects, several of them replicas of historic aircraft, but a gorgeous, stunning and all-around incredible 2/3 scale P-38 may top them all... and then there’s the story about how it came to be and the folks that are it’s caretakers now. Come Wednesday morning, the female staff of the Aero-News Network disappear... to attend various WomenVenture functions and enjoy the partnership WAI has created amongst a growing segment of the aviation community. The LSA crowd has been going ga-ga- over various promised high-wing platf
Able Flight has announced its Class of 2024 will receive their wings in a ceremony at the upcoming EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. This will be Able Flight’s first year partnering with Southern Illinois University at Carbondale for flight training of its scholarship recipients. Mayor John Nichols of College Station, Texas, sent a letter to the FAA asking it to delay the increase in the number of deliveries requested by Amazon Prime Air for its facility in College Station. The letter was sent on behalf of the City Council of College Station as a public comment on t
Goose, the digital copilot developed by MiraLou Aero LLC, revolutionizes flight assistance with its advanced AI capabilities. Designed to support pilots in both routine and complex scenarios, Goose provides voice activated checklists. Its user-friendly interface and seamless integration with existing avionics systems enhance situational awareness and flight safety. By automating routine tasks and offering predictive insights, Goose allows pilots to focus more on strategic flying and passenger safety. MiraLou Aero's innovation with Goose marks a significant leap in aviation technology, promising to make flying safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable for aviators worldwide.
From 2017 (YouTube Version): Remembrances Of An Israeli Air Force Test Pilot
Early in 2016, ANN contributor Maxine Scheer traveled to Israel, where she had the opportunity to sit down with retired Israeli Air Force Col. Danny Shapira, who served 25 years in the Israeli Air Force. Shapira was among the first pilots for the Israeli Air Force, which was formed shortly after the State of Israel was established in 1948. He and several others, including some Americans and pilots from other countries, went to Czechoslovakia to train in Avia S-199 aircraft, a variant of the Bf 109. The pilots and the aircraft brought back from Czechoslovakia were instrumental in
(Airplane) Began A Right Descending Spiral From 9,025 Ft MSL
On June 30, 2024, about 1355 eastern daylight time, a Piper PA-46-310P, N85PG, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Trout Creek, New York. The instrument-rated private pilot and four passengers were fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. Airport surveillance video and preliminary flight track data revealed that the airplane departed runway 24 at Albert S. Nader Regional Airport (N66), Oneonta, New York, about 1342, with an intended destination of West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW), Charleston, West Virgina. After departing the airport, the pilot contacted the Boston Air
Aero Linx: The Taylorcraft Foundation
The Taylorcraft Foundation is exclusively organized for charitable, educational & scientific activities and will preserve the history and technical information of the Taylorcraft airplanes. This Foundation is a chartered State of Ohio Corporation and has been granted 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.
Expect (Altitude) At (Time) Or (Fix)
Used under certain conditions to provide a pilot with an altitude to be used in the event of two-way communications failure. It also provides altitude information to assist the pilot in planning.
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“Our trainer and M-Class markets remain robust and we are pleased with our delivery performance this year and the positive reception from our customers with the launch of the M700 FURY. Our dealer and factory team’s dedication to excellence and our focus on customer satisfaction have been key drivers of our success.”
Source: Ron Gunnarson, VP of Marketing, Sales & Customer Support at Piper Aircraft, discussing the current strengths of Piper... where they are leading well in two strategic sections of the GA market.
The annual Meet The Administrator event was not what we hoped for. The Administrator didn’t show up and apparently disappointed, neither did Jack Pelton (who often oversees this event). From the allotted time of 1130 to 1245 CT, the FAA talked, answered some prepared questions from EAA and ignored the audience. Finally, after the official end time, they took a few questions... but offered little in the way of answers. Year after year, MOSAIC has been promised to an aviation community hungry for progress and the chance to build a new industry that is more accessible, more affordable and read for the future... but the FAA has delayed the rele
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...
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.
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
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
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.
Jack Pelton has been leading EAA for more than a few years and is looking forward to at least three more... but his plans for AV2024 and his outlook on aviation's greatest aero-love fest show promise for an amazing event. Among Jim Bede’s many designs, none was more successful or proven than the BD-4... now a new generation of offerings surrounding the BD-4C offer incredible value and the chance to get yourself a rugged, 4 seater that makes no excuses. They flew all the way across the Atlantic in a Rotax-powered Risen... burning only 42 gallons... and now we get
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
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
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
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.
As the preeminent online aviation news resource out there, the editorial staff at Aero-News sees a large number of news releases. We look at all of them, and can usually tell whether something merits publishing consideration within reading the first couple of paragraphs. Often, however, a new and innovative product can be overlooked because of the very words written to promote it, by the very people who created it.
"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.
We’ve seen some extraordinary homebuilt projects, several of them replicas of historic aircraft, but a gorgeous, stunning and all-around incredible 2/3 scale P-38 may top them all... and then there’s the story about how it came to be and the folks that are it’s caretakers now. Come Wednesday morning, the female staff of the Aero-News Network disappear... to attend various WomenVenture functions and enjoy the partnership WAI has created amongst a growing segment of the aviation community. The LSA crowd has been going ga-ga- over various promised high-wing platforms, but one of the most breathlessly anticipated new birds comes from Sonex...
Vulcanair Aircraft to Integrate Jet Fuel Piston Engines
DeltaHawk and Vulcanair announced in a joint press conference at EAA AirVenture 2024 they have entered into a collaborative relationship to develop FAA- and EASA-certified installation of the innovative, FAA-certified DHK jet fuel piston engines into Vulcan’s line of general aviation aircraft. The agreement has been executed and the two companies have begun exchanging engineering data and technical resources to begin integrating the DeltaHawk engine into Vulcanair’s V-1 aircraft in the initial phase, with future phases involving the P.68 and A-Viator aircraft.
Series of Activities and Technical Forums During the Week
Hartzell Engine Tech will be hosting a series of events and technical forums during the week-long EAA AirVenture, July 22-28 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Two popular YouTubers will be at the Hartzell Engine Tech Booth #1111: Jimmy’s World YouTube will be there on Wednesday July 24, at 11 a.m. Jason Morrison of the YouTube show Rebuild Rescue will be there on Saturday July 27, at 11 a.m. Hartzell will also host three educational forums at Superior Air Parts Booth #258...
Infinity Flight Group and American Airlines Cadet Academy have formalized their partnership after a successful soft launch of the program at Trenton-Mercer Airport (KTTN) in Trenton, New Jersey. In addition, Infinity expanded the program to include a second location at Treasure Coast Airport (KFPR) in Fort Pierce, Florida. The cadet academy offers students a direct path to a commercial flying career with American Airlines, including those with zero prior flight experience. This is done through a structured program that provides the knowledge and skills required, as well as guaranteed placement with a regional carrier wholly-owned by American when successfully completed, progressing to a job with A
Special Missions Aircraft on the Way to Britain Thanks to Gama Aviation Limited
Textron Aviation announced an expansion to its more boutique product offerings abroad, thanks to a new partnership with Gama Aviation Limited. Gama Aviation will now act as the go-to for UK clientele with a mission to fulfill, selling anything from the Cessna and Beechcraft families. Textron's special mission aircraft include contenders like their single-engine Cessna Grand Caravan or twin-turboprop King Air, all the way up to jets like the Citation Longitude. They can be outfitted for a whole host of missions, from more mundane things like cargo carriage and aerial survey all the way up to amphibious operations and urgent medevac.
From 2015 (YouTube Version): Oshkosh Reveals Many Treasures... Including Old Warbirds Full Of History
While at EAA AirVenture 2015, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, ventured out to visit the warbirds and was attracted to a large four engine aircraft that is a variation of the World War II Consolidated B-24. It turns out to be the world’s only flyable PB4Y-2, Privateer, which is a U.S. Navy version of the B-24. To get the full scoop about the airplane, Tom talked with Boyd Gallaher, who is the pilot of the aircraft. Gallaher first became acquainted with this airplane in the late 1970s when it was being operated as a fire suppressio
Jack Pelton has been leading EAA for more than a few years and is looking forward to at least three more... but his plans for AV2024 and his outlook on aviation's greatest aero-love fest show promise for an amazing event. Among Jim Bede’s many designs, none was more successful or proven than the BD-4... now a new generation of offerings surrounding the BD-4C offer incredible value and the chance to get yourself a rugged, 4 seater that makes no excuses. They flew all the way across the Atlantic in a Rotax-powered Risen... burning only 42 gallons... and now we get a look
Help Us Assemble A Proper Look-Back At The Aero-Equivalent Of Burning Man, Woodstock And An Old Fashioned Tent Revival—All Rolled Into One... OSHKOSH!
Compiled By Jim Campbell, and The Staff, Stringers, and Friends of the Aero-News Network
When Oshkosh is all of a few days in the rear-view mirror, we come to a time when we TRY to evaluate what happened this year… in both positive and negative terms. And YOU can help... a lot. We’ve tried a few variants on this report in the past… and some of them have worked better than others, but we’re going to try to prese
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