Podcast

It very well may be, according to this podcast with Blackstone Labs’ Ryan Stark. He was interviewed by Aviation Consumer editor Paul Bertorelli on the subject of oil analysis and oil change intervals. Duration: File Size: download here

Continuing our coverage of Piper’s press debut of its new jet on September 18, 2008, the company’s chief test pilot, Dave Schwartz, tells AVweb‘s Paul Bertorelli how the aircraft is performing in the early stages of the test program. (Find photos of the PiperJet here.) Duration: File Size: download here

In this time of volatile aviation fuel prices, knowing how to fly your airplane at peak efficiency can mean money in the bank. AVweb co-founder and Savvy Aviator Mike Busch talks with Aviation Safety magazine Editor-In-Chief Jeb Burnside about flight planning and about fuel-saving ways to fly. To read the full article – and others […]

Although Piper came late to the party with its version of the very light jet, its test program is proceeding apace. In this podcast, Piper sales VP Bob Kromer offers some new details on the airplane and its capabilities. Duration: File Size: download here

In the wake of the devastation of Hurricane Ike, general aviation is standing ready to help in the relief effort, but there are a few things standing in their way. Jay Carpenter, secretary of the Texas Aviation Association, updated AVweb‘s Russ Niles on Sunday. Duration: File Size: download here

When Thielert Aircraft Engines went insolvent a few months ago, there were a lot of predictions on what would happen to those with aircraft using their diesel engines. Well, all that’s playing out now, and it’s not a very encouraging set of circumstances. AVweb‘s Russ Niles spoke with Vilis Ositis, president of the Thielert Engine […]

There’s been a lot of buzz about air taxis in recent years and how they’re the next big thing in business transportation. California entrepreneur Gad Barnea sees the market a little differently, however, and had taken a slightly different approach with his shorthaul service, called Miwok Airways. AVweb‘s Russ Niles spoke with Barnea about why […]

On Sept. 30, the comment period will close on proposed changes to regulations governing the amateur participation in homebuilt aircraft, and EAA is naturally hoping that its members (and anyone else with an interest in general aviation) make sure their views are known. AVweb‘s Russ Niles spoke with EAA Vice President of Industry and Regulatory […]

A legal dispute between the FAA and Santa Monica Airport continues to simmer before the courts about the city’s intention to ban Class C and D jets from the facility. We heard from Airport Association spokesman Barry Schiff a few months ago, and now AVweb‘s Russ Niles has spoken with Airport Director Bob Trimborn, who […]

In October, the University of North Dakota will again offer its accident investigator training program. In this podcast, UND’s Frank Argenziano explains what the course covers and what it takes to be a tin-kicker. Duration: File Size: download here