NEW YORK — Be convincing enough that you deserve to win a plane — and for less than the cost of a one-hour aircraft rental — you could fly away with your very own. Unlike other airplane giveaways that choose winners at random and have odds of one in millions, the Win-a-Plane Essay Contest is not a […]
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FAA expands Drone Detection Pathfinder Initiative
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The FAA is expanding the part of its Pathfinder Program that focuses on detecting and identifying unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) flying too close to airports. The FAA has signed Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRDAs) with Gryphon Sensors, Liteye Systems, and Sensofusion. The FAA will evaluate procedures and technologies designed by these […]
Sheltair acquires TPA FBO
Sheltair has acquired Tampa International Jet Center at Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Florida. Tampa International Jet Center has consistently ranked at the top among pilots and aircraft owners when asked for their opinions in national surveys at an airport that has also won top honors serving the aviation community, according to Sheltair officials. Shelterair officials noted […]
GA shipments fall in first quarter
WASHINGTON, D.C. — According to newly released figures from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), the general aviation industry shipped fewer aircraft in the first three months of this year compared to the first quarter of last year. “The entire industry is feeling the impact of retrenchment in the energy sector, as well as global […]
Dillingham pilot wins Super Cub raffle
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — As Alaska Airmen’s Association Vice President Sven Lincke was handed the winning ticket for the annual airplane raffle on the last day of the 2016 Great Alaska Aviation Gathering, a hush came over the crowd gathered in the FedEx Maintenance hangar at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. And then a hush came over Sven. […]
Turbine Venom to be powered by GE Aviation engine
CINCINNATI, Ohio – Turbine Air Corporation has selected GE Aviation’s H75 turboprop engine to power its new Turbine Venom aircraft. The Turbine Venom is an aircraft manufactured on an approved FAA kit build status. The Turbine Venom is the next-generation version of the Turbine Legend, which began production in 1998. Produced entirely of carbon fiber and […]
Fourth annual FlightSimCon prepares for takeoff
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. – FlightSimCon, the largest annual flight simulation and aviation conference in North America, will return to the New England Air Museum June 11 and 12. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. “FlightSimCon is a must-attend event if you are […]
Stratus ESG now shipping
FARGO, North Dakota — Appareo reports that the experimental version of Stratus ESG, an all-in-one, panel-mounted ADS-B Out transponder, is now shipping. Appareo expects shipments of the certified version of Stratus ESG to begin in the coming weeks. Appareo, which designs, develops, manufactures and supports all Stratus products in the USA, has a network of […]
Pictures of the day: Marvel of Flight attracts 5,000
The sixth edition of the Marvel of Flight – held April 22-23 at DeFuniak Springs Airport (54J) in Florida – attracted more than 5,000 attendees and 100 aircraft. Airport manager Ryan Adams shared a few images taken by Al Owen from the festivities.