A little bit of aviation history was made recently as the combined efforts of three passionate aviation advocates initiated an aggressive new pilot training program, in earnest. On May 15th, the first training class in the Sling Pilot Academy’s (SPA) innovative new Accelerated Airline Pilot Program took flight“… literally. The Academy, based in Torrance CA, […]
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Cirrus Aircraft Announces New Facility in the Dallas Metroplex Area
Cirrus Aircraft has announced a new facility at the McKinney National Airport (KTKI) in McKinney, Texas that will provide a world-class customer experience for Cirrus aircraft owners in the Dallas Metroplex Area. Factory Service operations will be offered to customers beginning in August 2019, and in late 2020 the facility will expand to include a […]
U.S. Senate Resolution Commemorates AOPA’s Eightieth Anniversary
A Senate resolution, S. Res. 203, commemorating the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s eightieth anniversary passed the full Senate on May 13. The resolution was led by Sens. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.). Since 1939, AOPA has represented the interests of general aviation pilots across the United States and has tirelessly advocated to, […]
CubCrafters Carbon Cub EX-3 Kit Completes Evaluation by FAA National Kit Evaluation Team
In April of this year CubCrafters received notification from the Federal Aviation Administration that their National Kit Evaluation Team had completed its evaluation of CubCrafters’ Carbon Cub EX-3 amateur-built aircraft kit. Completion of their evaluation means the FAA has reviewed and approved the Carbon Cub EX-3 and that the aircraft has been added to the […]
Yuma International Airport Lands AeroCare as New Tenant
The Yuma County Airport Authority announced its recent lease agreement with AeroCare who will base their operations at Yuma International Airport’s Pappy Boyington Hangar within the airport’s Defense Contractor Complex. The agreement includes an option for AeroCare to construct additional facilities allowing for expansion of their existing operations within five (5) years. AeroCare, a Guardian […]
KCAC Aviation Opens Pilatus Sales Office in Chicago to Serve Four-State Region
KCAC Aviation, an Authorized Sales and Service Center for Pilatus Aircraft, has announced the opening of a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport in West Chicago, IL. Keith Plumb, who was recently appointed to Regional Director of Pilatus Sales for KCAC, will be responsible for new and pre-owned sales in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Wisconsin. […]
Colorado Airports Benefit from Additional Federal Airport Infrastructure Funding
On May 15, 2019, the FAA announced the intent to award $779 million in supplemental federal infrastructure grants to 127 airports in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Three Colorado public-use airports were included in the list of U.S. airports slated for additional federal funding. These Colorado airports include the Alamosa-San Luis Valley Regional Airport […]
GAMA Publishes First Quarter Aircraft Shipment Data
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) today published its first quarter 2019 aircraft shipment and billings report. Results showed increases across the airplane segments of the industry, but a slowdown in rotorcraft shipments compared to the first quarter of 2018. “While our rotorcraft segment experienced some headwinds, our airplane segment remains strong,” said GAMA President and […]
Washington’s Methow Valley State Airport Renovating Aircraft Parking
Pilots will have access to an updated tie down area after Methow Valley State Airport gets its long-awaited apron layout expansion. Work starts May 28 with plans for new spaces to open after approximately 30 days. Visiting pilots will not encounter any delays or runway closures while using the airport during the construction. However, pilots […]
Students Discover Aviation Careers at Van Nuys Airport
More than 1,200 students learned about aviation career opportunities at the 14th Annual “The Sky’s the Limit: Aviation Career Day” event at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nury Martinez, The Park VNY, Van Nuys Airport and The Valley Economic Alliance hosted over 40 exhibitors showcasing interactive and static aircraft displays, and students […]
