Experimental aircraft manufacturer Sonex Aircraft, LLC is excited to unveil its newest business unit at the AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2017 convention in Dallas, TX this week: Sonex Aerospace, LLC. Sonex Aerospace is a design, development and manufacturing firm focused on the UAS marketplace and the exploration of other new market opportunities in aerospace. Via a Business […]
Month: May 2017
Duncan Aviation Sees Uptick in ADS-B Installs after FAA Reaffirms Mandate Deadline
With 27 Avionics Satellite Shops and workaway stations located at busy airports around the United States, Duncan Aviation is in a unique position to perform Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) upgrades for its business aviation customers ahead of the FAA’s midnight deadline on December 31, 2019. In the first quarter of 2017, Duncan Aviation and its […]
New Mobile Passport App Speeds Travelers Through U.S. Arrival Process at PHX
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the latest airport to add Mobile Passport Control from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to help speed travelers through the U.S. arrival process. The Mobile Passport app, which is a joint effort by the Airports Council International (ACI) and CBP, is free and will allow U.S. citizens and […]
Duncan Aviation Publishes Updated Straight Talk Book on Cabin Management Systems
Duncan Aviation works hard to help make complicated issues a bit more understandable for the business aviation community. Toward that end, a team of the company’s avionics experts has updated the Cabin Management System (CMS) Straight Talk Book, which helps clarify the latest technologies available for wirelessly controlling cabin audio/visual systems, temperature and lighting. “Obsolescence […]
Hartzell 5-Blade Composite Prop Approved for the Piper M600
Hartzell Propeller’s new five-blade composite swept tip prop has received FAA approval for installation on the Piper M600 turboprop aircraft. Hartzell’s newest propeller was designed specifically for the Piper M600. It features thin, maximum efficiency airfoils providing increased performance and outstanding ramp appeal. The durability of the new Hartzell prop integrates nicely with the Piper […]
QUEST AIRCRAFT, PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA TO SPONSOR EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2017 AIR SHOWS
Quest Aircraft and Pratt & Whitney Canada have committed their support for the afternoon air shows at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017, “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration,” which is July 24-30, 2017, at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “The air shows at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh are known as the place where an all-star roster of performers […]
American Airlines Names Suzanne Boda SVP – Los Angeles; Promotes Joe Taney to SVP – Hub and Gateway Operations
American Airlines has announced that Suzanne Boda has been named Senior Vice President – Los Angeles. In this newly created position, Boda will be charged with developing and achieving American’s strategic goals as it continues to strengthen its presence in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. American is the largest carrier at Los Angeles International […]
Need an IFR Clearance by Phone?
As part of the Flight Service modernization initiative, the FAA is streamlining the process for pilots to obtain IFR clearances directly from certain Terminal facilities. This new process will eliminate the need for Flight Service to relay clearances. It will increase efficiency and reduce the risk of potential errors. In the April 27 edition of […]
AOPA Seeking to Fill the Position of Vice President, Airports and State Advocacy
On behalf of AOPA members, the person in this position will lead and direct the development and execution of Association policies and strategies related to advocacy at state and local levels. This person will also manage ongoing programs/initiatives, including airport protection, the Airport Support Network, and programs that promote AOPA’s mission to protect members’ freedom […]
Second British Airways Flight to Connect Phoenix with London
Beginning May 8, travelers will have an additional option for flying nonstop to London and making connecting flights across Europe. During the months of May and June, three days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, a second British Airways flight to London will arrive at 12:25 in the afternoon and take off at about […]
