Hundreds of people gathered to be with Dick Cole at SUN ‘n FUN 2018 in Lakeland, Florida, on April 14, 2018. Cole has earned their acclaim in so many ways. At 102 years of age, his wise and experienced perspective should be sufficient to garner respect from the rest of us. Cole is a World […]
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Just 103 introduced
WALHALLA, SC – Just Aircraft has added a new ultralight aircraft design to its growing list of flying machines. Just 103 was created to conform to the FAA’s Part 103 criteria for an ultralight. The single seat aircraft weighs less than 254 pounds and flies with a top speed of 63 mph. The Just 103 […]
Global GA market valued at $21.1 billion, with growth on the way
The global general aviation market was valued at $21.1 billion in 2017, with a new report estimating compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.72% through 2023. According to officials with Research and Markets, general aviation makes up a considerable component of any national airspace and airport system. As a result, insight into general aviation is […]
Air Plains Services celebrates 500th 182XP engine upgrade
WELLINGTON, Kansas – Air Plains Services, which provides extreme performance upgrades for a variety of general aviation aircraft, recently sold its 500th 300-horsepower 182XP engine upgrade, this one for a Cessna 182 owner in Kansas City. “This was special for us, not only as the 500th 300-horsepower upgrade, but because it ended up sparking a […]
Picture of the Day: A part of S44 will live on
Any time an airport closes is a sad day. Spanaway Airport (S44) in western Washington recently suffered such a fate. However, airline pilot and flight instructor Ryan Weir was able to rescue one small part of S44. “It’s just a shame to lose another ‘old school’ airport like this,” noted Ryan via email. “I will […]
Aircraft shipments up in first quarter
Aircraft shipments were up in the first quarter of 2018, according to the latest figures from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). However, GAMA officials note that while overall delivery of airplanes and rotorcraft rose compared to the same quarter of 2017, there were some mixed performance within the types. “We are pleased to see the […]
Aergility introduces ATLIS VTOL
The Aergility ATLIS unmanned aerial vehicle, according to Founder and CEO Jim Vander Mey, is designed to take off and land vertically using electrically powered rotors. Once airborne, a gas-powered engine will provide all forward thrust to push the ATLIS at speeds around 100 mph. An email reply from Jim states “the powerplant we have […]
Inaugural Bay Flight 2018 conference set for Oct. 27
The inaugural Bay Flight 2018 conference will feature safety seminars, panel discussions, and speakers for pilots interested in staying current about a variety of topics. Bay Flight 2018 will be held on Saturday, October 27 (starting at 9 am) at the Seaport Conference Center in Redwood City, Calif. Flight instructor and inspirational humorist Rod Machado […]
Seeking an Instrument Rating?
If you’ve been thinking of adding an Instrument Rating to your pilot certificate, WINGsReality EDU’s next ground school starts May 24. The class is delivered live from WINGsReality EDU’s classroom in Orono, Maine and online. For those interested in a classroom feel, but can’t make it to Orono, students at Hampton Airfield (7B3) and Merrymeeting […]