Improvements at two Connecticut airfields, Goodspeed (42B) near East Haddam, and Waterbury (N41) near Plymouth have been funded by grants from the Recreational Aviation Foundation.
General Aviation
Sheltair begins building new T-hangars at KMLB
FBO network Sheltair Aviation has begun construction of “much-needed” T-hangars at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) in Florida, according to company officials.
Dynon unveils safety-enhancing features
A new Emergency Glide feature, as well as a new version of its com radio control panel, are designed to enhance safety.
Blown tires on landing becomes lesson for pilot and controllers
He mentioned that this occurrence had been beneficial to all in the tower because they were training new controllers.
Picture of the Day: Capturing the storm
Caleb Lionudakis submitted this photo and note: “Capturing the storm at the Galaxy FBO at Conroe/North Houston Regional Airport (KCXO) in Conroe, Texas.”
Tuskegee Airman celebrates 100th birthday
A birthday cake decorated with imagery from his days with the 332nd and appropriately topped with red, white, and blue speckles was divided into slices and shared with attendees.
In the market for a J-3?
The Ranger Airfield Foundation will raffle off a 1946 Piper J-3 Cub at its Old School Fly-In & Airshow Oct. 4-6, 2024.
Annual ACE Academy brings aviation careers to Idaho students
The Idaho Division of Aeronautics held its annual Aviation Career Education (ACE) Academy June 26-28, 2024, presenting aviation career options to 32 Idaho high schoolers from around the state.
SocialFlight adds Adventure Guide
SocialFlight, a free aviation app for finding events, airport restaurants, and interesting places to fly, has launched a new feature that details thousands of flying destinations and aerial tours, as well as the “Destination Digest,” a personalized adventure guide for SocialFlight users.