Kent Shoemaker submitted this photo and note: “A beautiful sky that demands attention during the RNAV approach into Pittsburgh/Butler Regional Airport (KBTP) in Pennsylvania.”
Aircraft
25 years of fly-in success
Some rare and really cool airplanes made the trip to Rocky Mountain Metro Airport in Colorado in early June 2022 for the 25th annual JeffCo Aviation Association fly-in.
Study shows normal lead levels in soil at airport that banned sale of 100LL
A story in the San Jose Mercury News reports that a study commissioned by Santa Clara County found that soil samples taken at Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) in San Jose, California, did not contain lead levels that exceed local, state, or federal standards. KRHV is one of two airports in the county that banned the sale of 100LL based on a previous lead study.
New Thrush Aircraft model certified
The new models combine the company’s 500-gallon airframe with additional engine options from Pratt and Whitney. The 510P2 is powered by the PT6-34AG engine, while the 510P2+ is powered by the PT6-140AG engine.
Picture of the Day: The next generation
Jon Humberd submitted this photo and note: “My daughter and I in the Super701.”
Does a medical marijuana card trump an aviation certificate?
Basically — and I’m paraphrasing here for the benefit of those who think they can spot a loophole — if you work in aviation you will be drug tested. That means you have to make a decision: Do you want to party like it’s 1999 or do you want to work in aviation?
What’s working — and what’s not — with DPEs
Researchers from Middle Tennessee State University surveyed Designated Pilot Examiners and flight schools to find out what’s working with current DPE policies and what the FAA should change.
PMA granted for rear shoulder restraints for early Cessnas
Alpha Aviation recently received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval to re-establish production of a three-point rear passenger restraint for early Cessna 170, 172, 175, 180, 182, and 185 series aircraft.
Picture of the Day: Yard parking
Daniel Smith submitted this photo and note: “Overnight parking in the yard at Boonville Airport (26NC) in North Carolina for this 1940 Piper J-5A.”