Hartzell Propeller Inc. will become the propeller technical partner of the Red Bull Air Race World Championship series for the second consecutive year in 2015. Hartzell will again provide its three-blade structural composite propeller known as “The Claw,” carbon fiber composite spinners, and lightweight governors to each race team. Hartzell will also supply complete propeller […]
Author: Kim Stevens
Discovery Channel’s “How It’s Made” Finalizes Filming at Piper Aircraft
The Discovery Channel’s “How It’s Made” documentary television series has completed filming at Piper Aircraft, culminating after two detail-intensive days in the factory and supporting departments. “When our Chamber of Commerce reached out to Piper as a potential feature for the documentary ‘How It’s Made’, we were exceedingly enthusiastic to participate,” reported Simon Caldecott, CEO […]
CESSNA CELEBRATES ROLL OUT OF FIRST PRODUCTION CITATION LATITUDE
Cessna Aircraft Company celebrated recently the roll out of the first production Citation Latitude at the company’s Wichita, Kansas manufacturing facility, just three years since being announced to the market. The assembly of the Latitude features a variety of technological advancements including the use of new automated robotics and ergonomically friendly tooling stations. Today’s event […]
CONKLIN & DE DECKER RELEASES LIFE CYCLE COST 2015 – VOLUME I
Conklin & de Decker has released the latest version of LIFE CYCLE COST 2015 Volume I. The most innovative and comprehensive aircraft budget & financial analysis tool in the industry, LIFE CYCLE COST (LCC) from Conklin & de Decker, provides aircraft owners, operators, flight department managers, and aircraft consultants with independently researched ownership and operating […]
GA Caucus Announces House and Senate Leadership
The U.S. Senate and House General Aviation Caucus have found new leadership for the 114th Congress. In the Senate, John Boozman (R-Ark.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), both staunch supporters of general aviation and on the House side, the Caucus will have a mix of experienced and new leadership in Rep. Sam Graves (R-Missouri) and Rep. […]
State of Georgia Seeking Assistant Aviation Program Manager
Georgia is currently looking to fill the role of Assistant Aviation Program Manager. Duties for this position include managing the State Airport Aid Program and the Federal State Block Grant Program which provides financial assistance to local governments that own and operate public use airports. Those interested can apply by sending a cover letter and […]
ADS-B Barriers Must Be Addressed to Preserve GA Community
More than a dozen general aviation groups are urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to address critical barriers to ADS-B (automatic dependent surveillance – broadcast) equipage, including high cost and lack of certified solutions for some types of aircraft. In a joint letter sent to FAA Administrator Michael Huerta on January 23, 2015, these groups […]
Rogers presented board resolution for 30 years of service
It was a rare scene at the regular meeting of the Salina Airport Authority board of directors as executive director Tim Rogers, A.A.E. was taken by surprise with an addition to the agenda. The item of note, a resolution expressing gratitude and appreciation for services rendered to the City of Salina and Salina County for […]
AAAE Announces Establishment of Airport Innovation Accelerator
American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) President and CEO Todd Hauptli announced last week the establishment of the AAAE Airport Innovation Accelerator to help drive greater innovation for the benefit of the airport industry by directly assisting qualified companies in speeding the process of bringing their technology and services to the airport marketplace. The creation […]
Orion Aerial to Revive P-3 Aerial Firefighting Fleet
Orion Aerial Firefighters announced last week that it has begun its campaign to restore the P-3 Orion aircraft to firefighting service. “The US Forest Service has a shortage of large air tankers, which dangerously reduces its firefighting capabilities,” said Dale Head, CEO of Orion Aerial Firefighters. “The P-3 drops in terrain that other aircraft have […]
