England’s Royal Mail has issued a collection of stamps to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Air Force. The iconic aircraft depicted span the Force’s 100-year history and feature original artwork by renowned aviation artist Michael Turner. Featured on the stamps are the First World War era Sopwith Camel F1, the Hurricane Mk 1 […]
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On demand webinars added to Tuskegee Airmen educational materials
RED WING, Minnesota — The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron, America’s tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, has added a section to its website for webinars that offers a new way to learn from and be inspired by original Tuskegee Airmen and their experiences. Available anytime on demand, the site currently features five webinars […]
New FBO at KFHB
AMELIA ISLAND, Florida — Bent Wing Flight Services will take over as Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport’s only FBO April 1, 2018. Plans call for the FBO to move into a new terminal in June. It will work out of a temporary terminal until then, according to company officials. “We look forward to serving the airport’s customer […]
Does your FBO go above and beyond?
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has launched a new initiative, “FBOs: Above and Beyond,” to highlight the extraordinary services provided by FBO. NATA’s goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on the FBO industry, directly from those with first-hand experience, officials explained. “NATA’s Fixed Base Operators are the gateway to communities nationwide and enter […]
Faces of Transportation photo contest takes off
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials annual Faces of Transportation photography and video contest is marking its 13th year with twist. Song titles define the four categories used in the photography portion of the competition. “Transportation is about people,” said Lloyd Brown, AASHTO communications director. “This competition’s goal is […]
FlightSimExpo lands in Vegas
LAS VEGAS – FlightSimExpo will welcome the Civil Air Patrol and more than 25 flight simulation developers to Flamingo Las Vegas Resort June 9-10, 2018. The aviation conference is designed to help pilots learn about the benefits of flight simulation for their own training, proficiency, and currency. Of course, the event also caters to flight […]
FAA to discontinue DUATS program in May
The FAA will discontinue the Direct User Access Terminal Service (DUATS II) Program, effective May 16, 2018. Internet services, including access to weather and aeronautical information, flight plan filing and automated services will remain available at no charge to pilots at www.1800wxbrief.com. To continue to receive free services, FAA officials are encouraging pilots to register […]
Moving day for Memphis Belle
DAYTON, Ohio — The B-17F Memphis Belle – the first U.S. Army Air Forces heavy bomber to return to the United States after completing 25 combat missions over occupied Europe – was recently moved from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s Restoration Hangar to the museum’s World War II Gallery as work continues […]
Duncan Aviation acquires Capital Avionics MRO repair services
Duncan Aviation has acquired the MRO repair services of Capital Avionics. This acquisition bolsters Duncan Aviation’s recent designation as one of only four BendixKing service partners in North America and 14 worldwide authorized to repair, overhaul, and sell BendixKing components, company officials said. Along with additional capacity, Duncan Aviation has added the following repair and […]