In an April 1 letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and seven other industry groups urged the agency to support the multibillion-dollar general aviation (GA) industry through extensions to examinations, certifications, maintenance, and filings. GA has stepped up in many ways to help the nation deal with […]
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Nine Aviation and Space Achievements to Compete for the 2019 Collier Trophy
The National Aeronautic Association announced on February 19, 2020 that nine aviation and space achievements will compete for the 2019 Robert J. Collier Trophy. For 108 years, the Collier Trophy has been the benchmark of aerospace achievement. Awarded annually “… for the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America,” it has been bestowed upon […]
Federal Air Marshals Flying Despite COVID-19 Pandemic
The Air Marshal Association commends the exemplary service of Federal Air Marshals during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. Terrorism remains a constant threat, and our enemies watch and wait to exploit weaknesses in our society. Federal Air Marshals have redoubled their vigilance in this time of crisis, unrest, and social distancing. “We hope Congress and the […]
State Aviation Services Continue; Appropriate Precautions Taken in Light of Covid-19
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic state aviation offices continue to offer services throughout the country, having taken necessary safety precautions to help protect customers and staff and comply with all state/federal directives during this crisis. Aviation officials are teleworking or transitioning to telework mode with the primary goal of maintaining and fulfilling essential […]
NAA Selects Shelly Simi as Recipient of 2019 Stinson Trophy
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has announced that Shelly Simi has been named the recipient of the 2019 Katherine and Marjorie Stinson Trophy. The Stinson Trophy was created in 1997 by NAA to honor the accomplishments of two sisters – Katherine and Marjorie Stinson. These sisters were among the first 11 American women to be […]
NAAA Establishes New Aerial Imaging Membership Category with Focus on Precision Agriculture
Voting members of the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) overwhelmingly approved a new aerial imaging membership category for those collecting aerial images for crop-sensing, precision agriculture or other related purposes. Additionally, a Precision Agriculture Committee has been established as a new advisory committee to NAAA’s board of directors. This new category and committee were created […]
NBAA’s SDC2020 Featured Positive Energy, Timely Content, Milestone Moments
The National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) 31st Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2020) concluded March 12 with positive marks among exhibitors and attendees for the show’s timely content, new products and features and quality attendees. The event – ranked among the top 10 editions of SDC, as measured by participation from exhibitors and the 2,500 registered […]
ACC Holds Successful Airfield Pavement Design, Evaluation & Analysis Workshop in Raleigh, NC
The Airport Consultants Council (ACC) held their Airfield Pavement Design, Evaluation & Analysis Workshop in Raleigh, North Carolina this week, attracting participants from across the country. Expert presenters for the three-day workshop included Monty Wade, P.E., President, and David Peshkin, P.E., Vice President, for Applied Pavement Technology (APTech), and Doug Johnson, P.E., Civil Engineer with […]
Swift Fuels Announces Sale of Avgas STC’s for only $100 — Includes the new “FOREVER” Avgas STC
Swift Fuels, LLC has announced that the company has slashed the price of its UL94 Avgas Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by more than 75% – to $100 for each piston aircraft. Swift Fuels is also rolling-out its new “FOREVER” Avgas STC certificate to all Avgas STC purchasers which entitles the holder to receive all future […]
New Aerobatics Course from Airshow Legend Patty Wagstaff and Sporty’s Pilot Shop
Sporty’s has partnered with airshow legend Patty Wagstaff to introduce an all-new course that focuses on the art and sport of high-performance flying. Perfect for any pilot who has ever wondered what it’s like to fly a loop or considered taking an upset recovery course, Intro to Aerobatics with Patty Wagstaff puts viewers in the […]
