Frontier Precision announced they are now offering Microdrones unmanned aerial mapping solutions. “We’re very excited about this technology and our partnership with Microdrones,” said Steve Richter, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Frontier Precision. “We know this is a big part of our future.” The 25-year-old company services geospatial survey and GIS mapping, field […]
Project Lifesaver Partners With DART Drones for UAV Pilot Training
Project Lifesaver International and DARTdrones have announced a formal partnership between their organizations, in which DARTdrones will provide comprehensive training and preparation for the FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Test to PLI Member agencies undergoing certifications for the implementation of the PLI Indago UAV. The PLI Indago System is a military grade, quad rotor unmanned […]
WSDOT seeks new director of aviation
The Washington State Department of Transportation has an opportunity for a uniquely qualified, executive-level professional who will serve as the agency’s director of aviation. WSDOT’s director of aviation is responsible for developing and implementing statewide programs that protect and promote aviation; airport improvements and investments; and the state’s aviation system in partnership with federal and […]
INTERNATIONAL YOUNG EAGLES DAY IS JUNE 10, 2017
With the goal of introducing and inspiring young kids to the world of aviation, the sky is no longer the limit because of the Experimental Aircraft Associations  Young Eagles program. For the past 25 years, the program has been dedicated to giving kids ages 8-17 their first flight, free of charge. This year, International Young […]
Redbird Flight to Host Aviation Simulation STEM Classes at AirVenture
Redbird Flight Simulations will host a STEM Lab in its booth during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017. The Redbird STEM Lab will integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) into aviation themed classes while incorporating Jay Velocity flight simulators into the lessons. One goal of the STEM Lab is to highlight how impactful, hands-on training makes […]
Hartzell Specially Designed 5-Blade Prop for PC-12 Passes 200 Milestone
Hartzell Propeller has delivered more than 50 new Top Prop five-blade composite swept tip props for the Pilatus PC-12 fleet since introduction 18 months ago. In addition, Hartzell has delivered more than 160 of the new propellers to Pilatus for new PC-12NG aircraft over that time period, bringing to more than 200 the total PC-12s […]
Williams Int’l Turbofan Selected as Engine to Power EA700 “Project Canada”
ONE Aviation announced at the Eclipse Jet Owners and Pilots Association (EJOPA) Annual Convention the selection of the Williams International FJ33-5A-12 turbofan as the engine to power the EA700 “Project Canada”. The “Canada” project was announced last year as an upgrade to the Eclipse 500/550. Relative to the EA550, the “Canada” holds more fuel in […]
CABA and Colorado Division of Aeronautics Celebrate Governor’s Proclamation of June as General Aviation Appreciation Month
The Colorado Aviation Business Association (CABA) and the Colorado Division of Aeronautics announced the release of Governor John Hickenlooper’s Proclamation declaring June 2017 to be General Aviation Appreciation Month. For the seventh 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 […]
Gogo Business Aviation and Rockwell Collins Bring Airshow® Moving Map to Business Aviation
Moving maps are one of the most popular features of any inflight entertainment system and today Gogo Business Aviation (NASDAQ: GOGO) and Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) bring Airshow® moving maps to customers in the business aviation market. Airshow is the aviation industry’s leading moving map application, and will now be available to Gogo’s customer base […]
Duncan Aviation Assigns Dedicated Program Administrator for After Market Warranty Programs
Duncan Aviation has announced that Scott McKenzie will be taking over the administration of all OEM aftermarket warranty programs. In addition to his current responsibilities as an Avionics Tech Rep for Duncan Aviation Components Services, McKenzie will assume the duties as After Market Warranty Program Administrator, overseeing contract sales, organization and administration of the company’s […]
