Sun 'n Fun 2024: Piper To Test DeltaHawk Diesels In Seminoles Piper says it’s signed a deal with Wisconsin-based DeltaHawk to explore installing the Jet A and SAF-burning engines in its iconic piston twin, the PA-44 Seminole. “We are constantly seeking opportunities to innovate and advance our aircraft offerings,” said Piper[…] Read this article
Sun 'n Fun 2024: GAMI Has Theory On UND Valve Recession Cause General Aviation Modifications Inc. founder George Braly says he thinks he knows why the University of North Dakota’s flight training program had valve seat recession issues using Swift 94UL fuel but he won’t release the details until he’s discussed it[…] Read this article
Seaplane Pilots' Survey Explores Invasive Aquatic Plant Species The Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Task Force is asking the seaplane pilot community for help in preventing the introduction and spread of invasive plant species from waterway to waterway. The National Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act (NANPCA) and the[…] Read this article
U.S. Senator Calls Out FAA For 'Major' National Security Breaches U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, who co-chairs the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control, released a report yesterday (April 8) on alleged loopholes in the FAA registration process that enable “drug cartels and bad actors” to widely use covertly registered[…] Read this article
Sun 'n Fun Day One Photo Gallery: Flying's Spring Break Launches In Lakeland All photos by Mariano Rosales Read this article
Able Flight Strengthens Collegiate Aviation Presence Through SIU Carbondale Partnership The Southern Illinois University (SIU) Carbondale School of Aviation has partnered with Able Flight to provide specialized flight training led by SIU Aviation instructors beginning in May. Founded in 2006, Able Flight’s mission is to “provide people with disabilities a[…] Read this article
