Bonnie Higbie, 69, a longtime Sun ‘n Fun volunteer, passed away Dec. 22, of heart failure. Born June 30, 1940, in Hamilton, N.Y., she loved airplanes and traveling. She began volunteering at Sun ‘n Fun in 1981 in the media center. Just a few years later she was appointed to the media chairmanship, a post […]
Continental says no price increase this year
Prices for factory new and factory rebuilt engines from Teledyne Continental Motors, Inc. will not increase in 2010, according to officials at the Mobile, Ala.-based company. “In 2009, TCM worked very hard to improve manufacturing efficiencies. We are committed to delivering this value to our customers,” said Rhett Ross, president. “TCM is pleased to keep […]
Air Zoo adds value packages for 2010
KALAMAZOO, Mich. —While continuing to offer free general admission, the Air Zoo will be adding additional value packages for its experiences and rides beginning Jan. 4. Experience packages will be based on height and will begin at $6.95 for a Co-Pilot Package and will include packages up to the $12.95 Ultimate Ace Package. Guests will […]
C&M crafts custom safety restraints
C&M Marine Aviation Services, Inc. has recently been accepted as the only approved new restraint manufacturer for the following PAC seats: FD-1204, FD-1205, FD-1206, FD-1207, FD-2205, and FD-3101. In addition to manufacturing new safety restraints, Dallas-based C&M is also an FAA approved repair station. This enables C&M to offer consulting and repair services. According to […]
FAA Aviation News focuses on human factors
The latest issue of FAA Aviation News focuses on the critical role human factors play in aviation safety. Articles address fatigue, decision making, aircraft design and technology, and more. Click here to read the online edition. FAA Aviation News is the safety policy voice for the non-commercial general aviation community. The magazine’s objective is to […]
Hobart introduces EZ-TIG welder
Hobart recently introduced its EZ-TIG 165i welder. Designed for first-time welders, the welder has a list price of $1,617 and features just two controls — one for selecting metal type and one for selecting thickness. Built with inverter technology, the EZ-TIG 165i is portable, weighing 50 lbs. It connects to 230 V, 1-phase power using […]
California’s Compton Airport: A runway from the past with an eye on the future
Walking into the 85-year-old Compton Airport (CPM) in Los Angeles is like coming upon a secret, notes Los Angeles Times writer Gerrick D. Kennedy in a recent story on the airport. Kennedy quotes Dennis Lord, a Los Angeles County aviation commissioner: “It’s a hidden gem. It’s also a very important asset to the city. Most […]
Icon opens online store
Icon Aircraft, which is developing the Icon A5 amphibious Light Sport Aircraft, has opened an online store, selling hats and T-shirts with the Icon logo. According to Kirk Hawkins, CEO, the launch of the store is in response to “many requests” for Icon apparel. The Icon, which was recently featured on the Today Show (pictured) […]
First Tecnam P2008 delivered to US
LSA manufacturer Tecnam has delivered the first Tecnam P2008 to the U.S. Launched at the Friedrichshafen’s European Air Show in April 2009, the new aircraft, which combines a carbon fiber fuselage with a metal wing and stabilator, was delivered to Heart of Virginia Aviation Inc. at Hanover County Airport (OFP) in Richmond, Va. The LSA […]