The Air Plains STC kit for R model Skyhawks includes a new propeller that allows the standard derated Lycoming IO-360-L2A to operate at 2,700 rpm instead of the normal 2,400 rpm, generating 180 hp.
Briefings
Two FBOs at KRDG merged into one
Now operating as Reading Aviation, the Reading Regional Airport Authority merged the two FBOs at Reading Regional Airport/General Carl A. Spaatz Field (KRDG) in Pennsylvania,
Hartzell extends backcountry prop discounts to RAF supporters
Hartzell Propeller is extending a $1,000 discount to supporters of the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) on all new Hartzell backcountry aircraft propellers through 2024.
Applications open for Cascade Warbirds scholarships
Applications will be accepted until Feb. 29, 2024, for scholarships from Cascade Warbirds, for private pilot ground school with introductory flights for young people between the ages of 16 and 21.
Touch and goes banned at KTOA
In a Jan. 23, 2024, meeting, the Torrance City Council voted 5-1 (with one abstention) to ban touch and goes and restrict back taxis and low approaches at Zamperini Field (KTOA) in Torrance, California.
New leadership for Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association
After 20 years on the board and 17 years as president and chairman of the board, Dan Johnson welcomed a new leader of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association (LAMA): Scott Severen.
Designing the airport of the future
Celebrating its milestone 10th year, the international student design competition beckons participants to envision groundbreaking concepts for the airport of the future.
Laser strikes increase 41%
FAA officials report they received 13,304 reports from pilots in 2023.
Applications open for Reno flight training scholarships
The Reno Air Racing Association will award 12 scholarships, each valued at up to $10,000, to aspiring pilots between the ages of 16 and 20.