Cirrus Aircraft has announced the launch of the next generation of the Vision JetTM – ‘G2’ – enhancing performance, comfort and safety for the world’s first single-engine Personal JetTM. Increases in cruise altitude, speed and range join the newly-upgraded Perspective Touch+TM by Garmin® flight deck. Innovative technologies unique to G2 include a category-first Autothrottle, Flight […]
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Kansas State Polytechnic offers free drone tips webinar and live question-and-answer session
Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus is offering a free webinar and live question-and-answer session with UAS experts to discuss important safety practices, flying rules and regulations, and tips for operating your UAS. Unmanned aircraft systems, more commonly known as drones, are both popular gifts over the holiday season and a widespread hobby for flying enthusiasts. […]
State Aviation Journal Begins 10th Year Publishing Skybrief, Online Magazine
Ten years ago, Kim Stevens created State Aviation Journal (SAJ), LLC and began publishing the weekly Skybrief and online magazines, initially devoted to promoting state aviation officials and programs throughout the country. “Over the years there has been some definite scope creep,” said Stevens, SAJ Publisher. “We cover many different aspects of the aviation industry, […]
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh to Celebrate 50 Years in Oshkosh during 2019 Fly-In
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is marking the 50th consecutive year of its annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention in Oshkosh in 2019 with a full schedule of activities for arriving aviators and residents of EAA’s hometown. The 67th annual event is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The EAA fly-in convention was […]
Samson Switchblade Flying Car Could Re-define Holiday Travel
How often have you arrived for a holiday get-together only to find yourself stressed-out due to the travel hassles you just endured while getting there? Endless airport and car rental lines, joining the crowded highway traffic – it all takes a toll. What if you didn’t have to tolerate such things, and could arrive perhaps […]
Cirrus Aircraft CEO Dale Klapmeier to Step Down Next Year
Cirrus Aircraft has announced that Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder and National Aviation Hall of Fame member Dale Klapmeier plans to step down from his current executive position within the first half of 2019 and transition into a senior advisory role. A new CEO is expected to be named within that timeframe as an internal and […]
Duncan Aviation Remodels Design Center at Lincoln, NE Facility
Photo above – The new Design Center is an open, interactive space where customers are invited to work with designers to select materials and finishes for their interior refurbishment and exterior paint completions. After several months of renovation, Duncan Aviation has announced the reopening of its newly remodeled Design Center at its Lincoln, Nebraska, facility, […]
Lightspeed Aviation announces sponsorship of Lightning Formation Airshows Team
Lightspeed Aviation has announced sponsorship of the Lightning Formation Airshows Team, a highly experienced team of talented formation and aerobatic pilots. Commenting on the announcement, Teresa De Mers, Executive Vice President of Lightspeed Aviation, said, “We are incredibly excited to be partnering with this team of exemplary pilots. They have the skills and experience to […]
American Airlines and China Southern Airlines to Expand Partnership
American Airlines and China Southern Airlines are taking steps to strengthen their partnership with a significant expansion of codeshare cooperation and the launch of reciprocal frequent flyer benefits and lounge access. The carriers announced the news recently at a signing ceremony in Guangzhou, China. “We are very pleased with the progress we have made so […]
Deseret UAS Signs Landmark Agreement with ElectraFly
Deseret UAS has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) company, ElectraFly. This Utah-based company is developing a personal flying vehicle that has the potential to revolutionize the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry. Under the agreement, ElectraFly will begin flight testing on Deseret UAS ranges early next year. This watershed […]
