Renowned aircraft designer and aerospace engineer Burt Rutan will be honored and celebrated at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019. The 50th consecutive EAA fly-in convention at Oshkosh is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport. Rutan Is highly regarded among the aviation community after founding two ground breaking aerospace companies: Rutan Aircraft Factory and Scaled Composites, where […]
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FAA Breaks Ground for New Air Traffic Tower at GSO
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) held a groundbreaking ceremony recently for a new Air Traffic Control Tower and Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) at Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) in Greensboro, N.C. The agency will invest $61 million in the new facility. “This investment in infrastructure and technology will place the […]
Washington State Asks for Help to Debug and Check-Out New Aircraft Registration System
If you want a chance to have the first look at the new online aircraft registration system, the Washington State Department of Transportation Aviation Division would appreciate your help. Prior to the official launch of the new system, the agency will complete an internal and external testing phase. If you are interested in participating in […]
Washington Governor Proclaims June as “General Aviation Appreciation Month”
The skies are turning blue and aviation enthusiasts in Washington have reason to celebrate after Gov. Jay Inslee signed a proclamation naming June 2019 as General Aviation Appreciation Month. The proclamation recognizes general aviation’s importance to the state of Washington, and says that aviation plays a critical role in the lives of Washingtonians, as well […]
Pilot Proficiency Offers 24/7 Simulator Recurrency Training for Private Pilots
Pilot Proficiency, a new pilot training business providing 24/7 simulator access has taken delivery of a Frasca RTD simulator and is open for business at their first pilot recurrency training center located in Lisle, Illinois. The company offers FAA approved Frasca AATDs (advanced aviation training devices) in locations convenient to pilots and available 24/7. Pilots […]
Extensive Enhancements Made to Homebuilts Area Ahead of AirVenture 2019
The introduction of a new, more centrally located exhibitor area, a new Homebuilts in Review area, and additional homebuilt parking highlight some of the significant enhancements made to the Homebuilts area ahead of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019. Formerly known as the North Aircraft Display, the renamed Homebuilt Aircraft Display is now located directly east of […]
EAA Names Connolly as Director of Museum and Education
Ron Connolly, a U.S. Army veteran pilot who has an extensive history in education and leadership, has joined the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) as Director of Museum and Education. In his position, Connolly will lead the exploration and implementation of updates to the museum in the areas of technology, education, and diversity. That includes a […]
Van Nuys Airport’s Team LAWA Pancake Breakfast Benefits Mid Valley Family YMCA
Van Nuys Airport hosted a pancake breakfast to raise money for the Mid Valley Family YMCA. The “Endless Pancake Breakfast” was hosted at the Van Nuys Airport Fire Station 114. The event featured endless pancakes, activities for the kids, tours of the fire station, and a display of classic cars. The event raised over $2,000. […]
Colorado Governor Proclaims June as General Aviation Appreciation Month
The Colorado Aviation Business Association (CABA) and the Colorado Division of Aeronautics have announced the release of Governor Jared Polis’s Proclamation declaring June 2019 to be General Aviation Appreciation Month. “The Division of Aeronautics is excited to celebrate June, 2019 as General Aviation Appreciation Month with all of those who are passionate and dedicated to […]
Luke AFB Conducts Transient Aircraft Training with Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
Photo above – Senior Airman John Botner, 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit assistant dedicated crew chief, instructs employees of the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport how to recover an F-35A Lightning II, May 21, 2019, in Mesa, Ariz. The training consisted of a classroom course that gave specific instructions on where to place pins to secure the aircraft, […]
