A little bit of aviation history was made recently as the combined efforts of three passionate aviation advocates initiated an aggressive new pilot training program, in earnest. On May 15th, the first training class in the Sling Pilot Academy’s (SPA) innovative new Accelerated Airline Pilot Program took flight… literally. The Academy, based in Torrance CA, […]
Alsim Partners with Mélanie Astles, F1 Pilot of the Skies
Alsim has announced its partnership with the first female Red Bull Air Race winner and French aerobatics champion Mélanie Astles. Alsim believes they can help in Ms. Astles training to win those few extra seconds required to stand out in this highly skilled, competitive sport. Together they will develop a full-size replica of her aircraft, […]
DFS FBO Achieves IS-BAH Accreditation at Paris-Le Bourget
Dassault Falcon Service’s Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) at Paris-Le Bourget airport has been awarded an International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) Stage 1 certificate, a key milestone in its commitment to guarantee the safest and most reliable handling services in the industry. “Ground safety is becoming increasingly important for regulators, airlines, business operators and insurers […]
Cirrus Aircraft Announces New Facility in the Dallas Metroplex Area
Cirrus Aircraft has announced a new facility at the McKinney National Airport (KTKI) in McKinney, Texas that will provide a world-class customer experience for Cirrus aircraft owners in the Dallas Metroplex Area. Factory Service operations will be offered to customers beginning in August 2019, and in late 2020 the facility will expand to include a […]
U.S. Senate Resolution Commemorates AOPA’s Eightieth Anniversary
A Senate resolution, S. Res. 203, commemorating the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s eightieth anniversary passed the full Senate on May 13. The resolution was led by Sens. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.). Since 1939, AOPA has represented the interests of general aviation pilots across the United States and has tirelessly advocated to, […]
CubCrafters Carbon Cub EX-3 Kit Completes Evaluation by FAA National Kit Evaluation Team
In April of this year CubCrafters received notification from the Federal Aviation Administration that their National Kit Evaluation Team had completed its evaluation of CubCrafters’ Carbon Cub EX-3 amateur-built aircraft kit. Completion of their evaluation means the FAA has reviewed and approved the Carbon Cub EX-3 and that the aircraft has been added to the […]
IBAC Joins Global Business Aviation Coalition to Demonstrate Viability of Sustainable Alternative Jet Fuel
Photo above – Kurt Edwards presenting at the TAG facility in Farnborough, including a review of the SAJF Guide. Today at TAG Farnborough Airport, the global coalition of business aviation organizations behind the sustainable alternative jet fuel initiative joined forces to take the next important step in its journey to a lower carbon future. Since […]
Yuma International Airport Lands AeroCare as New Tenant
The Yuma County Airport Authority announced its recent lease agreement with AeroCare who will base their operations at Yuma International Airport’s Pappy Boyington Hangar within the airport’s Defense Contractor Complex. The agreement includes an option for AeroCare to construct additional facilities allowing for expansion of their existing operations within five (5) years. AeroCare, a Guardian […]
KCAC Aviation Opens Pilatus Sales Office in Chicago to Serve Four-State Region
KCAC Aviation, an Authorized Sales and Service Center for Pilatus Aircraft, has announced the opening of a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport in West Chicago, IL. Keith Plumb, who was recently appointed to Regional Director of Pilatus Sales for KCAC, will be responsible for new and pre-owned sales in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Wisconsin. […]
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $779 Million in Funding for Airport Infrastructure
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced last week the intent to award $779 million in supplemental funding for infrastructure grants to 127 airports in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. “This supplemental funding allows us to invest in important infrastructure needs at the nation’s airports, especially those serving smaller and rural communities,” said U.S. […]
