The first African-American in space, NASA administrator, and the chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association are among the participants at next month’s “Oscar Night of Aviation,” when the Class of 2013 will be enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame. The black-tie gala, slated for Oct. 4 will take place at the NAHF Learning […]
Airshows & Fly-Ins
Silver Wings Fraternity to host convention in Oshkosh
The Silver Wings Fraternity will host its 2013 annual convention in Oshkosh, Wis., from Oct. 17- 20. The convention hotel is the Hilton Garden Inn on Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH). President James McCarthy, LTC, USAF (Ret), said tours are scheduled at Sonex Aircraft Co. and the EAA Airventure Museum, as well as guest speakers. Silver […]
Skyport to host first regional Pilot Proficiency Project
In partnership with Redbird Flight Simulations, the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) will present its first regional Pilot Proficiency Project at the Redbird Skyport in San Marcos, Texas, on Oct. 26-27. The project brings proficiency training to pilots by combining safety forums, simulator training sessions, and more. Forums at Skyport will be presented […]
Southeast Aviation Expo on final approach to GMU
GREENVILLE, S.C. — The third annual Southeast Aviation Expo (SEAE) will be held on Friday, Sept. 27, and Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) in South Carolina. The event will showcase the latest aviation products, have a static aircraft display and educational sessions. The focus of the educational sessions on Friday will […]
AOPA to focus on grassroots events in 2014
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has decided to suspend holding its annual Aviation Summit next year in favor of reaching more members “where they fly.” The association’s Aviation Summit in Fort Worth, Texas, from Oct. 10-12, this year will be held as planned, according to officials. “We are on track for thousands of […]
Memphis Airshow hosts night performance
MEMPHIS — Lights, pyrotechnics, smoke and fireworks will be featured in the premier of the Memphis AirShow night performance presented by FedEx Express later this month. Gates open at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, at the Millington Regional Jetport (NQA). The Tale Draggers RC Club will kick off the entertainment with giant remote control […]
Flying club’s Wings of Warmth to take off Nov. 2
The NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Flying Club has scheduled its annual Wings of Warmth (WOW) event on Saturday, Nov. 2. Through WOW, flying club members deliver clothes, food and related gifts to the people of Reading, Pa., an area hard hit by recession and unemployment. The group leaves Tipton Airport (FME) in Maryland around 11 […]
Kent State presents Aviation Heritage Fair
KENT, Ohio — Kent State University’s 17th Aviation Heritage Fair will take place Saturday, Sept. 14, from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Kent State University Airport. The fair, a celebration of aviation education past, present and future, is presented by Kent State’s Aeronautics Program with support from the Cleveland Airport System, Parker Hannifin […]
Scheyden Catalina Air Show moves to Oct. 26-27
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. – The Second Annual Scheyden Catalina Air Show has been moved to Oct. 26-27. One of Southern California’s most scenic and historic harbors, Catalina routinely plays host to numerous events, so the City Council and organizers agreed that a new weekend would enhance the airshow by making it the sole attraction, officials […]