The documentary follows FlyteCo Brewing founder Eric Serani, who demonstrates how general aviation flights across the Rocky Mountains enable his business to pick up hops and brew the freshest beer possible.
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Aerospace Innovation Center in the works in New Jersey
At the new Aerospace Innovation Center, “companies can test and further their products, while students and entrepreneurs make discoveries and create new technologies to help move the industry forward,” according to officials.
ASA releases new editions of FAA handbooks for glider and balloon pilots
Both books have been updated to meet modern practices for safe glider and balloon flight and training operations, according to ASA officials.
Return to airport fatal for Cessna 414 pilot
Probable Cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and failure to maintain proper airspeed during a turn to final, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s distraction due to a non-critical radio anomaly.
Picture of the Day: Meyers morning
Jim Roberts submitted this photo and note: “It’s a misty preflight on this Meyers OTW biplane at the 2024 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo.”
Teen develops products to make flying safer and more enjoyable
A teenager has solved a problem facing ICON aircraft owners and is now working on products for other aircraft.
Behind the scenes at Oshkosh with the FAA
AirVenture is more than six months away, but preparations have already begun.
Airport Partner Program expands to Michigan
Since 2023, NASAO has offered its Airport Partner Program, designed to help airports “looking to enhance engagement with state government aviation agencies, stay apprised of the most current aviation issues, and access exclusive NASAO member resources.”
Banyan expands Pilatus maintenance
Banyan Air Service has added the PC-24 to its existing Pilatus Satellite Service Center, offering maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). It also has expanded its Pilatus PC-12 services to the newly established MRO facility at St. Augustine Airport (KSGJ) in North Florida.