SOUTH SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Wipaire is expanding its manufacturing facilities. In a purchase deal closed in late February, Wipaire became the sole owner of the 65,000-square-foot building it has leased a portion of since late 2012. Renovations will begin as soon as previous leaseholders move out of their leased spaces. “International demand is driving our expansion,” […]
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Grand opening of the Wings of the North Air Museum set
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Wings of the North (WOTN) will host the Grand Opening of the Wings of the North Air Museum at the Flying Cloud Airport May 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. A pancake breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony. At approximately noon, weather permitting, one […]
Three CFIs earn Master Accreditation for 10th time
In March, Master Instructors designated its next class of Ten-Time Masters. The achievement marks 20 years of participation in the Master Instructor Continuing Education Program (MICEP). Three instructors make up this second group to reach the 10-time milestone: David Faile of Fairfield, Connecticut; Lonnie Hilkemeier of Boulder, Colorado; and Lou Wipotnik of Wheeling, Illinois. Faile is an […]
Partnership brings a new ultralight Alaskan Bush Tire to Europe’s LSA market
CHUGIAK, Alaska — Airframes Alaska reports the approval and first production run of the first Ultralight Alaskan Bushwheel. The Alaska-based company worked in collaboration with French wheel-and-brake manufacturer Beringer Aero to develop the new lightweight backcountry airplane tire specifically for European light-sport aircraft (LSA). The Ultralight Bushwheel is designed for off-field operations in France, Italy, and other European […]
Hughes receives Master Pilot award
SANFORD, Fla. — Jim Hughes recently earned the prestigious Wright Brothers “Master Pilot” Award from the FAA. The award recognizes individuals who have exhibited professionalism, skill and aviation expertise for at least 50 years while piloting aircraft as master pilots. Hosted by Sanford’s Aerosim Flight Academy, the award presentation drew a supporting crowd of more […]
EAA teams with Soaring Society of America to boost participation in aviation
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and Soaring Society of America (SSA) have signed a memorandum of understanding that expands the organizations’ joint efforts to bring the possibilities of flight to more people. The agreement also includes initiatives ranging from membership growth and communications to advocacy and youth activities. “There is […]
‘One Hundred Years A Hero’ to premier at Air Force Museum Theater
DAYTON, Ohio — “One Hundred Years A Hero,” a new biopic documenting the life and career of Lt. Col. Richard E. Cole, USAF (Ret.), will premiere Friday, April 22, at 5 p.m. in the Air Force Museum Theatre at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. As part of the Living History Film Series, […]
Piper cuts prices on two models
VERO BEACH, Fla. — Piper Aircraft is “repositioning” its M-Class product line in anticipation of the certification of the M600, which is expected to take place in the third quarter of this year. As part of the repositioning, Piper Aircraft has reduced the price of the M500 from $2.264 million to $1.99 million. Additionally the newly upgraded executive interior will be a […]
NASA licenses new technology for Remotely Piloted Aircraft
NASA officials report the agency has developed technology that may enable unmanned aircraft to fly safely in the national airspace along with piloted aircraft. The patent-pending integrated communications and control system is capable of collision warnings, as well as real-time traffic and weather updates, according to NASA officials. This communication system brings unmanned aircraft — […]