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New system will warn planes of in-flight icing dangers Sit News, AK - 2006-12-29 03:39:03 The new warnings, posted by the Nat'l Weather Service's Aviation Weather Center in Kansas City, Mo., allows pilots of properly equipped aircraft to fly through areas with light icing, rather than making wide detours around regions with potential icin
NBAA's Bolen Updates Members On Latest FAA OpSpec Aero-News Network, FL - 2006-12-28 00:00:00 The new FAA guideline, "OpSpec," A008, will be issued to Part 135 operators within 60 days from receipt of notification by the air carrier's principal inspector, & by Mar. 15, 2007, at the latest. OpSpec A002 also has been revised by the FAA to conta
AOPA Takes Message To The People Aero-News Network, FL - 2006-12-27 02:47:01 AOPA said this holiday season it has taken its message concerning the months-long debate to the general public. Beginning Dec. 22 & continuing for several weeks, AOPA will be running ads on The Weather Channel to educate the public about how the issu
Griswold Airport patrons will sadly mark its closing New Haven Register, CT - 2006-12-27 00:00:00 Griswold Airport opened up a few years after Lucky Lindy first flew the Atlantic Ocean, & since then has thrived through the eras ranging from barnstormers to corporate jets.
EAA Brings Back 'Women Soar' For Airventure 2007 Aero-News Network, FL - 2006-12-26 00:00:00 EAA is continuing its "Women Soar" event on July 22-23, coinciding with the start of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration, on July 23-29.
Sun 'n Fun Crowd to Get an Up-Close Look The Ledger, FL - 2006-12-26 00:00:00 LAKELAND-The Sun 'n Fun Fly-In experience will improve immeasurably when the Fly-In opens its flight line in April, at no extra charge, to all of its customers. The flight line features the most enticing attractions.
Airport reopens north-south runway South Bend Tribune, IN - 2006-12-24 00:00:00 South Bend Reg'l Airport re-opened its north-south runway to traffic recently... The airport had closed the north-south runway to lengthen it from 6,000 to 7,100 feet, said John Schalliol, the airport’s executive director.
Blue Angels cleared to soar over 2007 Oregon Airshow Oregon Live - 2006-12-23 00:00:00 Officials announced Thursday that the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels acrobatic jet team has confirmed to participate in the 20th Oregon Int'l Airshow, Aug. 11-12, 2007.
3 aboard plane that crashed into sewage tank San Francisco Chronicle, USA - 2006-12-19 23:24:03 The twin-engine plane, a Beechcraft Travel Air, had departed the Reid-Hillview Airport in San Jose at 1 p.m. Monday & about 3 hours later crashed at the treatment plant, located in south Gilroy south of Highway 152.
TSA Tightens Security At Air Carrier Airports Aero-News Network, FL - 2006-12-19 23:24:02 If you have been issued a SIDA badge or other airport-issued ID that gives you access to an air carrier airport, the AOPA says you can expect airport staff to ask you for additional information, including proof of citizenship.
Sport Pilot - January 2007 Flying Magazine - 2006-12-19 12:47:04 Each month, Flying answers questions about the new Sport Pilot/Light Sport Aircraft rule with assistance from the EAA, the authority on the opportunities available within the category commonly known as “Sport Pilot”.
Sheikh Ahmed for aviation forum Trade Arabia, Bahrain - 2006-12-19 00:29:06 The MEBA conference, which will run at the Airport Expo Dubai over January 31 & February 1, will tackle the industry from both a global & regional perspective.
DFW International Airport Unveils Annual 'SantaTracker' Web Site PR Newswire (press release), NY - 2006-12-18 22:29:07 The updated site has great information for children of all ages including the TSA's tips for travel, a parking promotion, interactive games, e-cards & a virtual reality of Santa landing on DFW's airfield. The site goes live today.
Lockheed Martin Graduates 46 Flight Service Specialists to Support FAA Contract Yahoo! News (press release) - 2006-12-18 11:21:07 Following graduation, each of the 46 students will be assigned to one of the Flight Service Stations across the U.S., working to serve the general aviation community as a Lockheed Martin employee.
First Look: NEW Diamond DA50 Super Star (photo) Aero-News Network, FL - 2006-12-16 03:16:01 The "all new" bird is a 5-seater & Diamond promises that it will "be the most spacious in the new generation of single-engine aircraft in General Aviation."
Latest Castroville uproar involves airport San Antonio Express, TX - 2006-12-16 02:21:02 Pilots ordered to vacate hangars they lease at the city airport have received a reprieve, but turbulence continues to buffet the airstrip.
DOT OIG Audits Airspace Use For FAA Funding Flap AVweb, CT - 2006-12-15 17:13:02 The DOT's Office of Inspector General is planning to conduct an audit of the National Airspace System (NAS) that could become a key point of information for the looming battle over how to fund the FAA.
Breaking News Capstone aviation safety program to be moved out of Alaska Alaskajournal.com, AK - 2006-12-15 16:21:02 The FAA's Capstone program office is slated to be moved out of Alaska by Jan. 15, & support of statewide deployment of additional equipment is in question, according to an FAA memo obtained by the Journal.
Houston Executive Airport inks fuel contract with Chevron Charlotte Business Journal, NC - 2006-12-14 22:03:03 Houston Executive Airport is a private commercial development established by a former commercial pilot & Houston native, Ron Henriksen. Located west of Houston in Brookshire, the airport will cater to business & general aviation aircraft.
Airwork - January 2007 Flying Magazine - 2006-12-14 16:39:03 To the general public, these window-dressing measures may appear to be effective in deterring the evil-doers, but their only effect is to waste money, & result in otherwise law-abiding pilots being cited for violating TFRs that in many cases are movi
Nationwide Effort to Reduce Aircraft Noise Gets Boost in US Senate PR Newswire (press release), NY - 2006-12-14 12:21:11 In the closing days of the 109th Congress, he sponsored the Aircraft Noise Reduction Act of 2006, a measure that gives aircraft owners of older, noisier Stage 2 aircraft 3 years to either discontinue their use or upgrade them to meet Stage 3 standard
Have I Got a Deal for You! Flying Magazine - 2006-12-14 11:47:04 If you’re looking for a bargain on a 30-year-old piston single with a run out engine, well then, you could be in luck; the prices are down & the inventory’s up. It’s a classic example of supply & demand.
Another storm is blowing in HeraldNet, WA - 2006-12-14 03:03:01 Snohomish County & Puget Sound region...A monster windstorm is predicted to blow through the region tonight & into Fri. morning. Winds of 45 mph are predicted with gusts up to 60 mph possible. State airport officials on Wed. issued a warning for priv
Too Close for Comfort Aspen Daily News, CO - 2006-12-14 01:37:05 Aspen is one of the most popular winter destinations among those who can afford private air travel, making the procurement of jet parking a challenge.
AOPA Warns Fortune 1000 Company Execs To Beware User Fees Aero-News Network, FL - 2006-12-13 23:37:06 The AOPA is appealing to the heads of Fortune 1000 companies in its fight against user fees. AOPA President Phil Boyer plans to send a note to each one of those powerful executives, explaining why the user fee funding system proposed by the airlines
FAA: Deactivate Thermawing Deicers AVweb, CT - 2006-12-13 22:03:02 The FAA says all Thermawing (aka E-Vade) systems on Columbia airplanes must be deactivated & a placard must be installed in the cockpit that clearly says the deicer is offline.
A quick spin over town in Project Pilot makes unique holiday gift idea Signal Item, PA - 2006-12-13 17:03:02 Until my trip to the sky last Wednesday, I never found flying to be an enjoyable experience. My opinion was changed after a voyage in a 4-seat Cessna plane & ensuing view of Pittsburgh at about 1,000 feet above ground.
Cell tower lights back on Tunkhannock New Age Examiner, PA - 2006-12-13 14:52:07 Skyhaven Airport operator Charlie Gay tried for several months to report the air hazard & get it fixed with little success. It took the help of the nation's largest general aviation advocacy group to finally get the job done.
County approves airport fee hike Palo Alto Daily News, CA - 2006-12-13 07:21:06 The cost of fuel & aircraft parking will rise at the Palo Alto Airport under a business plan approved Tuesday by the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
Drama as plane takes off without pilot Manchester Evening News, UK - 2006-12-13 03:42:08 A PILOT watched in horror as his light aircraft took off on its own, did a loop & smashed into the ground. The 70-year-old pilot was preparing to set off in his single-seater plane at Barton airfield, near Eccles, when the engine cut out.
