North Carolina’s Burlington Aviation Adds Simulator
Burlington Aviation, a Cessna Pilot Center and FAA Part 141 flight school in Burlington, North Carolina has added Redbird FMX Flight Simulator.
October 31, 2009
Sanford-Lee County Regional Airport Gets New Name
Sanford-Lee County Regional Airport in Sanford, North Carolina gets a new name called Raleigh Executive Jetport.
WAI and AOPA Partner Up to Create “Women’s Wing” at AOPA Summit
Women in Aviation, International (WAI) and Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association (AOPA) has teamed up to create "Women's Wing," at AOPA Summit this November 5-7, 2009 in Tampa, Florida. "Women's Wing" will highlight accomplishments and opportunities for women within the aviation community.
Rooms 11 and 12 of the Tampa Convention Center have set aside during AOPA Summit for Women's Wing.
Friday, November 6, 2009 - Women Leaders in Aviation Forum held in Room 11 from 11:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. featuring - Chabrian, Martha King, Jessica Cox, Debby Rihn Harvey, Arlynn Mcmahon, Melissa Rudinger, AOPA Vice President and AOPA Assistant President.
Chabrian will also be at the "One Voice" AOPA Summit session on Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 9:00 A.M. to 9:45 A.M. featuring - Chabrian, Tom Poberezny, Paula Derks, Jim Coyne and Ed Bolen.
Women in Aviation will host a WAI Connect Breakfast at AOPA Summit on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. in Room 11 of the Tampa Convention Center.
Rooms 11 and 12 of the Tampa Convention Center have set aside during AOPA Summit for Women's Wing.
Friday, November 6, 2009 - Women Leaders in Aviation Forum held in Room 11 from 11:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. featuring - Chabrian, Martha King, Jessica Cox, Debby Rihn Harvey, Arlynn Mcmahon, Melissa Rudinger, AOPA Vice President and AOPA Assistant President.
Chabrian will also be at the "One Voice" AOPA Summit session on Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 9:00 A.M. to 9:45 A.M. featuring - Chabrian, Tom Poberezny, Paula Derks, Jim Coyne and Ed Bolen.
Women in Aviation will host a WAI Connect Breakfast at AOPA Summit on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. in Room 11 of the Tampa Convention Center.
Cessna Pilot Center Regional Managers Cut
The economic has hit Cessna Pilot Centers.
Friday, October 9, all four Cessna Pilot Center regional managers were informed that their positions were being cut for financial reasons.
Tuesday, October 13, an e-mail was sent to the centers advising them of the change.
Cessna Aircraft has 280 Cessna Pilot Centers in the world.
Friday, October 9, all four Cessna Pilot Center regional managers were informed that their positions were being cut for financial reasons.
Tuesday, October 13, an e-mail was sent to the centers advising them of the change.
Cessna Aircraft has 280 Cessna Pilot Centers in the world.
October 28, 2009
AircraftLogs.com and Aviation Financial Consulting Debuts New Service
AircraftLogs.com and Aviation Financial Consulting has debuted a new service for corporate flight departments called "Aircraft Compliance Solutions," which provides companies operating business jets with simplified reporting solutions for aircraft utilization.
iTowBots Debuts
iTowBots
The iTowBots are a remote control aircraft tugs and are now available at Aircraft Spruce. The iTowBot loading sequence is as easy as driving the unit directly under the nosewheel of your aircraft. iTowbot is engineered so that when the aircraft loads, the weight of the loaded aircraft doesn't inhibit zero-turn capability. A foot-operated release allows the operator to unlock the swivel carriage and back out from beneath the nosewheel. The operator can drive the unit back into its spot into the hangar, with no tugging, pushing or rolling up extension cords required.
Features:
- Measures 38" Wide x 46" Long x 12" High
- Powerful Reversible 24 Volt DC Motors
- Rugged Steel Construction
- Powder-Coated Frame
- Virtually Zero Maintenance
- Easy Ergonomic Remote Control Handset
- Max Towing Speed 1.7 Feet Per Second
- Overvoltage Thermally Protected
- Tows Aircraft up to 15,000+ Pounds Gross Weight
- Trouble Free Cast Iron Rims with Non-Marking Moldon Wheels
- Solid State Heavy Duty Fully Articulating Motor Control
- Hybrid Zero Turn Capability about Stationary Nosewheel
- Built in Interference Protection Featuring Spektrum's New 2.4 Ghz Technology
- Equipped with Solid State Battery Charger/Maintainer
- Also available with built-in 24V Auxiliary Power Plug (APU) & Power Cord
Standard Unit: $7499.00
Standard Unit with APU: $8499.00
Dual Wheel Carriage: $7695.00
Dual Wheel with APU: 8695.00
Wheel Paint Unit: $7495.00
Wheel Paint with APU: $8495.00
Heavy Duty Single Wheel Carriage: $7999.00
Heavy Duty Single Wheel Carriage with APU: $8999.00
Heavy Dual Wheel Carriage: $8195.00
Heavy Duty Dual Wheel Carriage with APU: $9195.00
*You can order online at http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pspages/towBots.php
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ACI-NA Awards Scholarships
The Commissioners Committee of the Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) has award scholarships of $2,500 each to three aviation students: Brett Fay, Middle Tennessee States University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee; Gregory Myers, Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah; and Robert Hanks, California State University in Los Angeles, California.
"The Commissioners Committee is proud to honor these students for their academic excellence and leadership," said David Jennings chair of ACI-NA's Commissioners Committee and chairman of the Charleston County Aviation Authority.
Brett Fay: Attends Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He majors in Aerospace Administration. He has a GPA of 3.9 in Aerospace Administration.
Gregory Myers: Attends Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is majoring in Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management with a minor in Aviation Operations. He has a pilot's license and almost done completing his instrument rating.
Robert Hanks: Attends California State University in Los Angeles, California. He is majoring in Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology. He has a GPA of 3.8. He has served as the Lander County, Nevada, county administrator and local County Airport Authority.
"The Commissioners Committee is proud to honor these students for their academic excellence and leadership," said David Jennings chair of ACI-NA's Commissioners Committee and chairman of the Charleston County Aviation Authority.
Brett Fay: Attends Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He majors in Aerospace Administration. He has a GPA of 3.9 in Aerospace Administration.
Gregory Myers: Attends Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is majoring in Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management with a minor in Aviation Operations. He has a pilot's license and almost done completing his instrument rating.
Robert Hanks: Attends California State University in Los Angeles, California. He is majoring in Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology. He has a GPA of 3.8. He has served as the Lander County, Nevada, county administrator and local County Airport Authority.
Amelia Earhart’s Goggles Sold
Amelia Earnhart's goggles from her historic 1932 solo transatlantic flight on ProfilesInHistory.com were bidding on and sold for $141,600. 
NAFI Master Instructors Named
National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI), reports that several Certified Flight Instructors have got new NAFI Master Flight Instructors while some rewed their Master status. It is recognized by FAA which earned through continuous professional activity and peer review.
Earned Masters: Jeffery Duncan, Phoenix; William Dryden, San Diego; and Micheal Walcker Vallejo, California.
Renewed Master Status: Wallace Moran, Summerville, South Carolina; Matthew McDaniel, Oak Creek, Wisconsin; Jason Blair, Allegan, Michigan; Charles Skelton, Branford, Connecticut; Raymond Brown, Avon Lake, Ohio; Carla Dedera, Bonners Ferry, Idaho; and Dale Wilson, Ellensburgh, Washington.
Earned Masters: Jeffery Duncan, Phoenix; William Dryden, San Diego; and Micheal Walcker Vallejo, California.
Renewed Master Status: Wallace Moran, Summerville, South Carolina; Matthew McDaniel, Oak Creek, Wisconsin; Jason Blair, Allegan, Michigan; Charles Skelton, Branford, Connecticut; Raymond Brown, Avon Lake, Ohio; Carla Dedera, Bonners Ferry, Idaho; and Dale Wilson, Ellensburgh, Washington.
Sonex Debuts Sub-Kits for Xenos Motorglider
Photo: Sonex Xenos MotorgliderSonex Aircraft has expanded its sub kit product line to include the Xenos Motorglider.
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Iowa Children’s Museum Opens New Exhibit
The "Take Flight! the science of aviation" exhibit has now opened at the Iowa Children's Museum in Coralville, Iowa. The exhibit features flight simulators built into kid sized planes, an air traffic control tower, hot air balloon, pedal planes, remote control flight simulators, Bernoulli's Wind Table, Cessna 150, Paper Airplane Flight Cage, Pig Parachutes and more. It is supported by NASA under grant award #NNX09AL32GAddress: Iowa Children's Museum (Coral Ride Mall, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA. 52241)
October 27, 2009
Chelsey Sullenberger guest appears on The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien October, 26, 2009 on NBC
Date: October, 26, 2009Show: The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien
Channel: NBC
Time: 11:35 PM Eastern, 10:35 PM Central (From more time listing check local listings or tvguide.com)
Guest Appearing: Chelsey "Sully" Sullenberger III, Kathy Griffin and Wolfmother
Famous For: He successfully ditched U.S. Airways Flight 1549 into the Hudson River saving the lives of all 151 of the passengers.
Wings Over Houston Airshow Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 09
The Wings Over Houston Airshow in Ellington Field, Houston, Texas is October 31 through November 1, 2009 at the Ellington Airport. Gates open at 8:00 A.M. through 5:00 P.M.
Aerobatic Performers
United States Navy Blue Angels Demonstration Team- Boeing F/A-18A/B Hornet
United States Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier
F-15E Eagle
A/OA-10 Thunderbolt II
C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration
C-47 Skytrain and C-17 Globemaster III Transport Heritage Flight
United States Heritage Flight- F-15E Strike Eagle, A/OA-10 Thunderbolt II, P-47 Thunderbolt and P-51 Mustang
AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopter Demonstration
United States Coast Guard HH-65C Dauphine Helicopter Demonstration
United States Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet tactical Demonstration Team
Extra 330SC- Michael Goulian
Showcat- Gene Soucy and Tersa Stokes- Wingwalking Act
P-51 Mustang- The Horsemen
Korea/Vietnam Firepower Demonstration
Admission
General Adult 12 & Older: $15.00 + fee
General Child 6-11: $4.00 + fee
Under 6: Free
2 Adults (12 & Older) and up to 4 Children (6-11): $35.00 Family + fee
Reserved Prime View: $40.00 + fee
Aerobatic Performers
United States Navy Blue Angels Demonstration Team- Boeing F/A-18A/B Hornet
United States Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier
F-15E Eagle
A/OA-10 Thunderbolt II
C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration
C-47 Skytrain and C-17 Globemaster III Transport Heritage Flight
United States Heritage Flight- F-15E Strike Eagle, A/OA-10 Thunderbolt II, P-47 Thunderbolt and P-51 Mustang
AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopter Demonstration
United States Coast Guard HH-65C Dauphine Helicopter Demonstration
United States Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet tactical Demonstration Team
Extra 330SC- Michael Goulian
Showcat- Gene Soucy and Tersa Stokes- Wingwalking Act
P-51 Mustang- The Horsemen
Korea/Vietnam Firepower Demonstration
Admission
General Adult 12 & Older: $15.00 + fee
General Child 6-11: $4.00 + fee
Under 6: Free
2 Adults (12 & Older) and up to 4 Children (6-11): $35.00 Family + fee
Reserved Prime View: $40.00 + fee
October 25, 2009
Gulf Coast Avionics offers Rebate
Gulf Coast Avionics is offering a $300 rebate on Garmin GPSMAP 695 and the Garmin GPSMAP 696. The shipping will cost 1 cent. Also you will receive a free Gulf Coast Avionics catalog.
Yingling Aviation Expands Propeller Service
Yingling Aviation in Wichita, Kansas has expanded its propeller maintenance and service capabilities to include props manufactured by Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Yingling Aviation has completed the $1.5 million expansion for its propeller shop.
Panama City-Bay County International Airport (PFN) Gets New Name
The Panama City-Bay County International Airport (PFN) in Panama City, Florida is getting a new name, that is voted by the Industrial District. The new airport is now under construction and will open on Memorial Day of 2010. The new airport will be called Northwest Florida-Panama City International Airport.
Larry Williams has been elected chairman, president and Chief Executive Officer of the Lindbergh Foundation
Larry Williams, has been elected chairman, president and Chief Executive Officer of the Lindbergh Foundation. The Lindbergh Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Anoka, Minnesota, that facilitates scientific and technological research, education and special projects.
October 24, 2009
Revised “51% Policy” Finally Released - Good News for Kit Builders and Kit Makers
The FAA has finally released the revised 51% policy on the amateur-built aircraft certification. The FAA has revised (amateur-built aircraft certification policy) http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Order/8130.2F%20Ch%204.pdf and the (Advisory Circular 20-27G) http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC%2020-27G.pdf that'll tell the amateur builders on how to properly certify every step of the building process.
Signature Flight Triples AVTRIP Points
Picture: AVTRIP CardSignature Flight Support is offering triple AVTRIP points at selected United States locations through the end of the year when a customer "tops off." "Tops off"promotion is supposed to get customers to purchased more gallons of fuel. "Tops off" promotion runs till December 31 and will be awarded triple AVTRIP points.
Avidyne Offers Rebates
Avidyne is now offering rebates up to 5,000
Customers who buy Avidyne unites such as EXP5000, EX5000, EX500, RWX, TAS, MLB, MLX, MHD and R9 will recieve $500 rebate.
Rebate Per Unit
$1,500 for 2 units
$3,000 for 3 units
$5,000 for 4 units
People who wants a rebate must fill out the on-line rebate form prior to purchase order. The dealer must list customer's name and aircraft registration number on purchased order. The products must ship on or before December 31.
Customers who buy Avidyne unites such as EXP5000, EX5000, EX500, RWX, TAS, MLB, MLX, MHD and R9 will recieve $500 rebate.
Rebate Per Unit
$1,500 for 2 units
$3,000 for 3 units
$5,000 for 4 units
People who wants a rebate must fill out the on-line rebate form prior to purchase order. The dealer must list customer's name and aircraft registration number on purchased order. The products must ship on or before December 31.
National Association of State Aviation Officials Elects New Offices and Presents Awards
Members of the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) elected Victor Bird of Oklahoma chairman of the board of directors for the year 2010 at their annual convention and tradeshow in Tuscon, Arizona. Victor Bird is the director of the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission. In 2002 Victor Bird served as NASAO's vice chairman, treasurer and secretary of the board.
Randall Burdette, director of the Virginia Department of Aviation, was elected vice chairman. Joe Pestka, administrator of aviation for of the Missouri Department of Transportation, was elected treasurer and secretary. Travis Vallin, director of the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics, still National Association of State Aviation Officials Executive Committee.
Kenneth A. Rowe Ambassador of Aviation Award: It is the highest award that the National Association of State Aviation Officials members can get. This award goes to Dr. David Fulton, a former NASAO president. He is also a former director of the Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division since 1992 and a former Tennessee Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics for 16 years.
2009 Most Innovative State Program Award: This award recognizes a state for finding a solution to a challenging problem of the past year. This award goes to The Colorado Division of Aeronautics and was recognized for its Non-Federal Sensor Data Collection System.
2009 Distinguished Service Award: The award goes to people who has excellence in service and dedication to aviation progress and development in their states. This award goes to two people. Cynthia Kever, Missouri Department of Transportation Aviation Section and Karon Wiedemann, Texas Department of Transportation Division of Aviation.
2009 Center Aviation Education Program Award: This award recognizes the efforts of the state aviation agencies to educate and motivate the public with aviation-related education programs. We recognize the Arizona Aeronautics Division for its Aerospace Badge Workshop.
National Association of State Aviation Officials National Service Award for Lifetime Achievement: This award goes to World War II Women Army Pilots, Sylvia Clayton, Lee Doerr and Ruth Helm
Randall Burdette, director of the Virginia Department of Aviation, was elected vice chairman. Joe Pestka, administrator of aviation for of the Missouri Department of Transportation, was elected treasurer and secretary. Travis Vallin, director of the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics, still National Association of State Aviation Officials Executive Committee.
Kenneth A. Rowe Ambassador of Aviation Award: It is the highest award that the National Association of State Aviation Officials members can get. This award goes to Dr. David Fulton, a former NASAO president. He is also a former director of the Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division since 1992 and a former Tennessee Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics for 16 years.
2009 Most Innovative State Program Award: This award recognizes a state for finding a solution to a challenging problem of the past year. This award goes to The Colorado Division of Aeronautics and was recognized for its Non-Federal Sensor Data Collection System.
2009 Distinguished Service Award: The award goes to people who has excellence in service and dedication to aviation progress and development in their states. This award goes to two people. Cynthia Kever, Missouri Department of Transportation Aviation Section and Karon Wiedemann, Texas Department of Transportation Division of Aviation.
2009 Center Aviation Education Program Award: This award recognizes the efforts of the state aviation agencies to educate and motivate the public with aviation-related education programs. We recognize the Arizona Aeronautics Division for its Aerospace Badge Workshop.
National Association of State Aviation Officials National Service Award for Lifetime Achievement: This award goes to World War II Women Army Pilots, Sylvia Clayton, Lee Doerr and Ruth Helm
Cessna Offers Deposit Amplifier on Cessna 182s
Cessna Aircraft Co. has unveiled a deposit amplifier program through the end of the year that adds $30,000 to a deposit on a new Cessna 182 or Cessna Turbo 182. This offer also includes free service bulletin for one of the following: Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT), Garmin Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS-B), Jeppesen Chartview (subscription not included).The Cessna 182 and Cessna Turbo 182 features Lycoming IO-540 engine, Garmin G1000 avionics. When fitted with a turbocharge, the top speeds jumps from 150 knots to 176 knots.
October 23, 2009
Supplemental Oxygen For Your 4 Legged Dog
Dogs wearing supplemental Oxygen masks Aircraft owners who fly at very high altitudes when traveling to far-off destinations know that they need supplemental oxygen masks for them and their passengers. Now more and more pilots are bringing their for legged friend with them on their trip. The dogs will often fall asleep and then walks sideways and doesn't act right for an hour after flight. Then they'll go back to normal. You can get hypxia, headaches, dizziness, loss of breath, blurred vision and mental confusion while flying and now pets can have the all new oxygen masks created by 4 Paws Aviation. With the oxygen the animals are alert and responsive.
With the all new 4Paws Aviation's dog oxygen hoods dogs can be safe while flying with you.
Sizes of Oxygen Hood
*neck sizes determined by circumference of your dog's neck.
Extra-Small: 7" and Under
Small: 7.5" to 9"
Medium: 9.5"to 13"
Large: 13.25" to 15.5"
Extra Large: 15.75" to 20"
Double Extra Large: 20" and Up
Prices of Oxygen Hood
Small: $199.95
Medium: $199.95
Large: $199.95
Extra Large: $209.95
Double Extra Large: $214.95
Lycoming Extends Engine Offer
Lycoming Engines has extended its offer to give customers a zero-time rebuilt engine for the price of a factory overhaul to December 4. This was originally scheduled to end August 31.
To find out if you qualify or to find a distributor http://lycoming.com/, click on "How to Buy" and then choose "Distributors" from the drop-down menu or call 800-258-3279.
To find out if you qualify or to find a distributor http://lycoming.com/, click on "How to Buy" and then choose "Distributors" from the drop-down menu or call 800-258-3279.
October 21, 2009
Jack Pelton Calls For Global Cooperation
Cessna CEO Jack Pelton told Australian audience a few weeks ago that the Regional Aviation Association of Australia (RAAA) convention are various commom threads to the problems facing business aviation everywhere.
"We have our work cut out for us – here in Australia, in the United States and around the globe," said Pelton. "Every region of the world has its own issues to deal with and each issue is complex, requiring dedicated and reasoned discussion among the principals."
He told the group that security and safety, airspace management modernization and the environment are the main issues facing the industry everywhere. He said the issues will certainly bring new regulations and the industry needs to work together to ensure governments craft laws that not only address the matters at hand but also consider the operational requirements of general aviation.
"We have our work cut out for us – here in Australia, in the United States and around the globe," said Pelton. "Every region of the world has its own issues to deal with and each issue is complex, requiring dedicated and reasoned discussion among the principals."
He told the group that security and safety, airspace management modernization and the environment are the main issues facing the industry everywhere. He said the issues will certainly bring new regulations and the industry needs to work together to ensure governments craft laws that not only address the matters at hand but also consider the operational requirements of general aviation.
October 20, 2009
Bobby Younkin, Tom Poberezny & Charlie Kulp are inducted into Air Show Hall of Fame
The International Council of Air Shows Foundation (ICASF) will induct Bobby Younkin, Charlie Kulp and Tom Poberezny into the 2009 Air Show Hall of Fame. The hall of fame ceremony will be hold on December 6-9 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas.
Bobby Younkin (October 30, 1955-Sunday, July 10, 2005 AGE 49)
Bobby Younkin learned to fly at age 16. He was performing air shows since he was age 18. He flew various aerobatic planes Decathlon, stock Stearman, AT-6, Learjet and his famous Twin Beech. He is the only performer to add smoke to a Learjet. He was a member of the Masters of Disasters airshow team that uses a shockwave jet truck and pyrotechnics. He is famous for being an airshow legend. Bobby Younkin has a son-in-law named Matt Younkin who is an aerobatic pilot and a daughter named Amanda Franklin-Younkin who is a wingwalker for Kyle Franklin. Amanda Franklin-Younkin is married to an aerobatic pilot named Kyle Franklin. Bobby Younkin died when his aircraft collided with Jimmy Franklin on Sunday, July 10, 2005. He joins fellow performer Jimmy Franklin, who passed away in the same accident , in the hall of fame.
Tom Poberezny (b. October 3, 1946)
Tom Poberezny is the current president and chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and former aerobatic pilot. His father Paul Poberezny, founder of EAA. Tom Poberezny has been the chairman for EAA since 1977. This annual event takes place in Oshkosh, Wisconsin and attracts over 750,000 visitors with 10,000 aircraft from 68 countries. Tom Poberezny, Charlie Hillard and Gene Soucy formed The Christian Eagles aerobatic team that flew a Pitts S-1/S. The Christian Eagles aerobatic team ceased in 1995 at the Daytona Skyfest. You can see Tom Poberezny, Charlie Hillard and Gene Soucy's Pitts S-1/S at the EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Charlie Kulp (b. September 20, 1925)
Charlie Kulp is the founder and member of the famous Flying Circus Airshows in Bealton, Virginia. He became famous two years later when he did his aerobatic routine called the "Silas Hicks, the Flying Farmer" routine until he ceased it in 2007 at the age of 82.
Bobby Younkin (October 30, 1955-Sunday, July 10, 2005 AGE 49)Bobby Younkin learned to fly at age 16. He was performing air shows since he was age 18. He flew various aerobatic planes Decathlon, stock Stearman, AT-6, Learjet and his famous Twin Beech. He is the only performer to add smoke to a Learjet. He was a member of the Masters of Disasters airshow team that uses a shockwave jet truck and pyrotechnics. He is famous for being an airshow legend. Bobby Younkin has a son-in-law named Matt Younkin who is an aerobatic pilot and a daughter named Amanda Franklin-Younkin who is a wingwalker for Kyle Franklin. Amanda Franklin-Younkin is married to an aerobatic pilot named Kyle Franklin. Bobby Younkin died when his aircraft collided with Jimmy Franklin on Sunday, July 10, 2005. He joins fellow performer Jimmy Franklin, who passed away in the same accident , in the hall of fame.
Tom Poberezny (b. October 3, 1946)Tom Poberezny is the current president and chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and former aerobatic pilot. His father Paul Poberezny, founder of EAA. Tom Poberezny has been the chairman for EAA since 1977. This annual event takes place in Oshkosh, Wisconsin and attracts over 750,000 visitors with 10,000 aircraft from 68 countries. Tom Poberezny, Charlie Hillard and Gene Soucy formed The Christian Eagles aerobatic team that flew a Pitts S-1/S. The Christian Eagles aerobatic team ceased in 1995 at the Daytona Skyfest. You can see Tom Poberezny, Charlie Hillard and Gene Soucy's Pitts S-1/S at the EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Charlie Kulp (b. September 20, 1925)Charlie Kulp is the founder and member of the famous Flying Circus Airshows in Bealton, Virginia. He became famous two years later when he did his aerobatic routine called the "Silas Hicks, the Flying Farmer" routine until he ceased it in 2007 at the age of 82.
Florida FBO Joins Avfuel Network
FBO American Aviation at the Hernando County Airport (BKV) in Brooksville, Florida, is one of the latest additions to the Avfuel family of branded FBO dealers.
Florida Air Museum Receives Grant
The Florida Air Museum on the Sun 'n Fun campus at the Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in Lakeland, Florida received a $10,000 Save Our History grant. The Museum will partner with the Central Florida Aerospace Acdemy (CFAA) of Kathleen High School, which is on the Sun 'n Fun campus, to develop a new museum exhibit featuring "Florida's Flying Boats-the First Airline Passenger Service." It'll exhibit the world's first airline "St. Petersurg-Tampa Airboat Line" and the first airline passenger flight across Tampa Bay. Applications will be available in January 2010.
Embraer Legacy 650
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| Program launch date | October 2009 |
| First flight date | September 23rd 2009 |
| Certification date | 2H/2010 |
| First delivery date | 2H/2010 |
| Number of crew and passengers | 2+14 |
| Cabin dimensions (LxHxW) | 49′10″x 6 “x 6′11″ / 15.18×1.82×2.10 m |
| Cabin Volume | 1,650 cu ft / 46.7 cu meters |
| Engine make/model | Rolls-Royce AE 3007A2 (2) |
| Engine thrust rating (sea level,ISA) | 9,020 lb |
| Avionics suite | Honeywell Primus Elite |
| MTOW | 53,572 lb / 24,300 kg |
| MLW | 44,092 lb / 20,000 kg |
| BOW | 31,284 lb / 14,190 kg |
| Vmo | 300 KCAS |
| Vfe | 160 KCAS |
| High-speed cruise speed | Mach 0.80 |
| Normal cruise speed | Mach 0.78 |
| NBAA IFR range at long-range cruise | 3,900 nm / 7,223 km |
| Certified maximum altitude | 41,000 ft / 12,497 m |
| TOFL at MTOW, ISA, SL | 5,741 ft / 1,750 m |
| Landing distance | 2,854 ft / 870 m |
| Maximum payload | 4,872lb / 2,210 kg |
| Standard equipped price | $29.5 million |
October 19, 2009
Mitsubishi Regional Jet Wins Foreign Order
Mitsubishi Regional Jet has won a 100-plane order with a street value of $40 billion from the United States regional carrier. First deliveries are expected in 2014.
