Piper Aircraft announced today, two new value priced additions to its trainer-class line, the Piper Pilot 100 and Pilot 100i. These new products enter the trainer segment at a competitive price point of $259,000 VFR equipped and offer the same rugged durability and functionality as its stablemate, the Archer TX. The need for a new […]
Florida
Multi-Million Dollar Wayman Aviation Academy Opens in South Florida to Confront Pilot Shortage
A new multi-million-dollar Aviation Education Center has opened at Hollywood North Perry Airport. Wayman Aviation Academy is the largest and longest-running flight school in South Florida, serving students from over 70 countries and doing so for over 32 years. The school opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art expansion facility on Friday, March 22. North […]
Southwest Florida International Airport Reports Record-Breaking February
During February, 1,117,409 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers, Fla., an increase of 6 percent compared to February 2018. Year-to-date, passenger traffic is up 7.3 percent compared to last year. The traffic leader in February was Southwest Airlines with 195,690 passengers traveling to and from Fort Myers. Rounding out the top […]
City of Fernandina Beach Reselects Passero Associates as Airport Consultant
After a competitive selection process, the City of Fernandina Beach has reselected Passero Associates LLC (Passero) to provide professional general engineering consulting services for Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport for the next 5+ years. All five commissioners of the City voted in favor of the contract award to Passero Associates LLC. Passero has served the City […]
Daher Unveils the TBM 940, Brings More Automation to Cockpit
Daher has introduced the latest version of its single-engine very fast turboprop aircraft – the TBM 940 – which sets new standards with the integration of an automated throttle and automatic deicing system, along with enhancements to style and ergonomic elements inside the cabin. Succeeding the current TBM 930 as the upper-end product in Daher’s […]
Spirit Airlines Takes to the Skies with Disney and New “Dumbo”-Themed Livery
Spirit Airlines has unveiled its specially-themed Airbus A321 featuring a larger-than-life image of the beloved Disney character Dumbo. The airline known for inspiring its guests to take to the skies, is teaming up with Disney to celebrate the upcoming release of its live-action movie “Dumbo,” director Tim Burton’s all-new take on the classic story where […]
Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation Announces Leadership Upgrades
The Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation (BHLF), under the guidance of President Tracy Forrest and Chairman Michael Herman; has appointed Jim Campbell as Executive Director to handle the growing requirements of the Foundation, its enhanced mission, and its responsibility to follow the directions given it by the late Robert A. ‘Bob’ Hoover. BHLF President, Tracy Forrest, […]
Piper Aircraft Deliveries Increase by Nearly 50% – Highest Level in Ten Years
Piper Aircraft, Inc. has announced a 48% increase in aircraft deliveries for 2018 as well as a 38% increase in total aircraft billings. Piper’s segment leading growth was distributed across both primary product lines, Trainer and M-Class aircraft. Global Piper trainer demand increased more than 50% YOY. Sales of the robust single engine Archer grew […]
Young Aviators from Florida, California Receive EAA’s Initial Ray Aviation Scholarships
Nicole Blount of Lake Placid, Florida, and Max Davidson of Jurupa Valley, California, have received the initial Ray Aviation Scholarships of up to $10,000 from the Experimental Aircraft Association, allowing these young people to take flight training in their local regions and pursue their dreams of flight. The Ray Foundation has provided $1 million to […]
Former NH Aviation Director Flying High in Florida
Working with the New Hampshire Division of Aeronautics for 16 ½ years was an education and an eye-opener for Jack Ferns. One of his duties included the opportunity to represent the NHDOT with the NH House and Senate. “Just when you think you have one or two supervisors, take another guess,” said Ferns. “I answered […]
