Press Releases

Feb. 18, 2014 The National Transportation Safety Board today released the agenda for the investigative hearing on the ongoing investigation into the Aug. 14, 2013 crash of UPS Airlines flight 1354, an Airbus A300-600, on approach to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in Birmingham, Ala. The hearing will be held February 20 at the NTSB’s Board Room […]

Augusta, KS–GlobalParts Aero Manufacturing (GPAM) has named Jim Mercer, a veteran aerospace manufacturing executive with extensive experience in the use of multi-axis machining centers, to the position of Director of Operations. He reports to GlobalParts.aero’s Chief Operating Officer, Malissa Nesmith. “We are extremely fortunate to have someone with Jim’s expertise and background join the GPAM […]

MELBOURNE, FL –Barrington Irving will present his inspirational message of pursuing one’s dreams to over 1,000 students and VIP guests from both Brevard County Schools and Florida Institute of Technology on February 19th. Congressman Bill Posey (R-FL 8th District) will also be speaking about the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. Mr. […]

The relentless snow and ice storms this winter have led to the most flight cancellations in more than 25 years, according to an analysis by The Associated Press. It’s hard to remember now, but being trapped on an icy ramp used to happen many times a year before passengers united to form FlyersRights. The Valentine’s […]

Mexico, MO – Zenith Aircraft Company has now shipped 10,000 sets of plans to aircraft builders in over 50 countries. Most sets of plans are sent with complete or partial aircraft kits, though some go to builders who prefer to scratch-build the aircraft. Over the past four decades, prolific aeronautical engineer Chris Heintz has developed […]

Representatives of Superior Air Parts, Inc., joined with dignitaries from the Industries Federation System of Santa Catarina State (FIESC), the National Service of Industrial Learning (SENAI), and the Santa Catarina State Government to celebrate the grand opening of the state-of-the-art SENAI Santa Catarina (SENAIsc) aviation training institution located in Brazil’s Santa Catarina State. “When Sr. […]

Contacts: Craig Moffatt, Local 357 President (414) 687-7545 Dan Silbaugh, Local 357 Recording Secretary (970) 281-2445 Wednesday, February 12, 2014 PILOTS SAY QUALITY OF LIFE/PAY, NOT QUALIFICATIONS CAUSING PILOT SHORTAGE INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Pilots who fly for one of the nation’s largest regional airline companies say it’s not a lack of qualified pilots, but rather […]

Pro Star Aviation completes New England’s first Garmin G1000 installation for a Beechcraft King Air. Londonderry, NH (January 20, 2014) – Pro Star Aviation, LLC announces the completion of the Garmin G1000 Retrofit on the Beechcraft King Air B200. The G1000 retrofit suite integrates all primary flight, navigation, weather, terrain, traffic, radio frequency, engine and […]

Alexandria, VA, February 11, 2014 – The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) today announced the recipients of its Industry Excellence Awards given annually to individuals, offices, and organizations that have helped improve the general aviation community by demonstrating excellence in their field and the highest level of customer service. NATA will present awards to the […]

East Alton, Il, February 7, 2014–West Star Aviation recently announced they are now offering a Waste Drain Valve Modification for Hawker 800, 800XP, and 850XP. The valve is manufactured and certified under FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval “PMA” and replaces the factory installed valve, which allows leakage and the potential for corrosion. The factory installed valve […]