‘I’ve lost both engines’
The pilot of a Bombardier Challenger 604 had been cleared to land in Naples, Florida, February 9, when he reported dual engine failure about 30 seconds before the twinjet crashed during an emergency landing attempt on Interstate 75.
Senate commerce committee moves FAA reauthorization bill
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, led by Chair Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Ranking Member Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), passed the FAA reauthorization with a host of amendments that address operations across the entire aviation system, from commercial air travel to general aviation.
Senate commerce committee moves FAA reauthorization bill
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, led by Chair Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Ranking Member Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), passed the FAA reauthorization with a host of amendments that address operations across the entire aviation system, from commercial air travel to general aviation.
AOPA mobilizes members, pilot organizations to fight egregious FBO fees
AOPA sent a call to action to its 300,000 members on February 7, urging them to support an amendment that would ensure pilots have access to fair, reasonable, and transparent fees at public-use airports.
Dynon Certified autopilot approved for Beechcraft Baron
Expanding its already expansive list of approved aircraft, Dynon Certified announced the SkyView HDX avionics and autopilot system has received FAA approval for Beechcraft Baron 58 and 58A models. Additionally, the company’s electronic trim control and auto-trim offerings have been expanded.
Aircraft Maintenance: Corrosion prevention for wheels, brakes
Aircraft wheels and brakes are remarkably simple and reliable. Unfortunately, it isn’t wear and tear that sends them to the scrapyard but corrosion. Aircraft owners, it turns out, are well equipped to win this particular battle.
Who Can Fly My Plane?
A common theme of aircraft insurance coverage denials stems from having an unapproved pilot at the controls.
Shifting a runway
Pilots in Driggs, Idaho, are petitioning to retain the first 2,000 feet of a Driggs/Reed Memorial Airport runway after the city announced plans to remove it as part of a current airport improvement project design.
Van’s Aircraft reports progress toward reorganization
Van’s Aircraft pledged January 20 to close the loop soon with customers awaiting word on new prices for kits that include engines.
Van’s Aircraft reports progress toward reorganization
Van’s Aircraft pledged January 20 to close the loop soon with customers awaiting word on new prices for kits that include engines.
