Bell Helicopter announced the unveiling of the Bell 505 Jet Ranger X at the Canadian Embassy in Tokyo on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. This is the first time the Bell 505 has been on display in Japan and marks the beginning of a four-month demonstration tour across the region. Bell Helicopter leadership was available onsite […]
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Rinaldi Tells House Aviation Subcommittee Controller Staffing at a 27-Year Low
National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) President Paul Rinaldi told the House Aviation Subcommittee last week that the number of fully certified air traffic controllers, already at a 27-year low, fell again in the first three months of this year. Rinaldi said the situation has reached a crisis level and outlined several recommendations, including increasing […]
Bell 412EPI Climbs to New Heights
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the successful demonstration tour of the Bell 412EPI throughout Nepal. The Bell 412EPI demonstrated landing and take offs from 15,200 ft., ground effect hover at nearly 18,000 ft. density altitude and then flew up to 20,000 ft. pressure altitude near Mount Everest. Bell Helicopter pilots also […]
Piper M600 Receives Type Certification
Piper Aircraft announced today that the company’s newest flagship, the Piper M600, has now received type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Piper Aircraft, Inc. and the FAA made the announcement today at the company’s headquarters in Vero Beach, Florida. On behalf of the FAA the type certificate was presented to Piper Aircraft President […]
Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission Director “Airvangelizes” Norman Chamber, Aviation/Transportation Committee
For those in the aviation-know in and around Norman, there is a reverence as one enters the gates of Max Westheimer Field in Norman. Locals recognize the rich history behind the legendary airfield, and in that area, from the grass to the heavens, it is a cathedral built for aviation with pavements in lieu of […]
Great Lakes Airlines Starts Salina, KS Service
With the departure of Great Lakes Airlines flight #3021 from the Salina Regional Airport on June 15th at 7:45 AM, Salina area residents again have access to scheduled air service. The restoration of nonstop flights to the Denver International Airport benefits residents and businesses in Salina, Saline County and North Central Kansas. “The Salina market […]
Governor Mary Fallin Appoints Four to Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission
Governor Mary Fallin has appointed four people to the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission. Jerry Hunter (shown at right), of Oklahoma City, will replace Tom Stephenson, who died in April. Hunter’s term will expire December 31, 2021. Hunter is owner and chief executive officer of Sundance Airport. Michael Ray, of Guymon, was appointed to represent the 3rd […]
Aero Club of Washington June Luncheon Celebrates Reagan National’s 75th Anniversary
The Aero Club of Washington held its monthly luncheon on Thursday, June 16, 2016, in collaboration with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) in celebration of the 75th Anniversary of Reagan National Airport. The sold-out event was held in the historic terminal at Reagan National. American Airlines was the first airline to land at the […]
Colorado Celebrates General Aviation in June
The Colorado Aviation Business Association (CABA) and the Colorado Division of Aeronautics announced the release of Governor John Hickenlooper’s Proclamation declaring June 2016 to be General Aviation Appreciation Month. For the sixth consecutive year, Governor Hickenlooper has honored aviation as a vital pillar of the state’s economy, supporting 265,700 jobs with a combined annual payroll […]
Jobs Rally Showcases Aviation Impact in Michigan
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) joined the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) and industry leaders recently at a rally celebrating general aviation’s significant economic impact in Michigan. Leaders from Avfuel Corporation, Duncan Aviation, L-3 Communications, and Williams International made remarks at the rally, held at Duncan Aviation’s Battle Creek facility. The event was GAMA’s 15th […]
