Robert G. “Bob” Fowler [1883-1966] - By Giacinta Bradley Koontz
D.O.M. News
10/01/2011 - 12:00
Some of the mail order suppliers have been involved in a dishonest form of deception for years. The deception occurs when “XYZ supplier” prints a catalog full of aircraft parts. This catalog can be online and in print. The parts in the catalog look like certified aircraft parts and are always significantly cheaper. Watch what happens next.
Barney’s mistake
10/01/2011 - 12:00
By Matt Hernandez
“Why did you choose to be an aircraft mechanic?” I have been asked this question many times. “Because I love airplanes” is my usual response — but my deeper, more philosophical response should be, “because they represent freedom.” Yes, freedom, both literally and figuratively.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
FlightSafety International announces that it will offer training for Gulfstream G450 and G550 aircraft at its Learning Center in Dallas, Texas.
The new Gulfstream G450/G550 interchangeable simulator is scheduled to be shipped to FlightSafety’s Learning Center in Dallas, Texas next year. Training will begin following Level D qualification of the simulator.
With this addition, and the company’s recent announcement that it will offer Gulfstream G450 and G550 training in Hong Kong, FlightSafety will have a fleet of ten Gulfstream G450 and G550 full flight simulators.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
Conklin & de Decker announces the latest release of its innovative LIFE CYCLE COST 2011 Volume II. LIFE CYCLE COST from Conklin & de Decker, provides aircraft owners, operators, flight department managers, and aircraft consultants with extensive ownership and operating cost data for nearly 400 jets, turboprops, helicopters and piston aircraft.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
The Aircraft Electronics Association released the results from its 2011 Rate & Labor Survey this week to participating AEA member companies. The complete AEA Rate & Labor Survey is now available for purchase for non-members.
In comparing this year’s annual survey results with the 2010 Rate & Labor Survey, the AEA discovered some improvements in business outlook despite business activity that appears to be leveling off in 2011.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
If you hold a mechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant ratings, you know that you need an inspection authorization (IA) issued under FAR 65.91 in order to perform and sign off on an annual or progressive inspection, or to inspect an aircraft and return it to service after a major repair or major alteration. In order to obtain an IA, a mechanic must meet the eligibility requirements of Section 65.91(c). Section 65.93(a) incorporates those same requirements for renewal of an IA. An IA is issued for a two-year period and expires on March 31 of odd-numbered years.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
By Brad Townsend, past NBAA Maintenance Committee chair
10/01/2011 - 12:00
Jet Aviation St. Louis has entered an agency agreement with Mexican-based Aero Stern as the company’s sales representative for Central and South America. This partnership will help Jet Aviation cultivate relationships with aircraft operators in these regions and promote its maintenance and refurbishment offerings.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
West Star Aviation announces that by utilizing a QR code, its iPhone app, “Experience On Call” is now even easier. In addition to being available to download free from the Apple App store, the “Experience On Call” app can be accessed by scanning the QR code, which will be displayed on West Star Aviation literature.
10/01/2011 - 12:00
Sikorsky Helitech, a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, announces the signing of an agreement with FlightSafety International to provide maintenance training for customers in the Asia Pacific area. The three-year agreement is the first of its kind to offer Pratt & Whitney Canada Aircraft Engine maintenance training in the region. Sikorsky Aerospace Services is the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.
09/27/2011 - 15:14
AviIT, Inc. the makers of The eMan Solution, the industry's first-ever technical publication management and delivery solution announce the immediate release and availability of "The eMan Solution" for the iPad.
Sam Sprute, Director of Maintenance for Metro Aviation states,
09/27/2011 - 12:34
Do you know a great flight instructor (CFI), mechanic (AMT), avionics tech or FAASTeam representative who should be nominated for an award?
Nominations for next year's 2012 General Aviation Awards are due to your local FSDO this Friday, 30 September 2011. The awards program is an industry / FAA partnership to recognize and promote professionalism.
09/26/2011 - 11:57
Savannah, GA — Scott Neal, 45, a 17-year Gulfstream veteran and top sales executive in both the Eastern and Central U.S. sales regions, has succeeded Larry Flynn as head of the company’s worldwide sales and marketing organization. Flynn became Gulfstream president on September 1, 2011.
09/23/2011 - 08:17
Atlanta, Ga., September, 21, 2011 –Professional Aviation Associates, a Greenwich AeroGroup Company, announced today it has formed an alliance with MASCO Service Corporation of Southlake, Texas.
Through this new alliance, Professional Aviation Associates (PAA) and MASCO can offer operators worldwide support for component exchange and overhaul services. PAA will represent MASCO through their worldwide sales team and offer international operators MASCO’s repair and overhaul capabilities and stock exchange units to support their immediate requirements.
09/23/2011 - 08:12
Middletown, Del., September, 22, 2011 –Delaware Economic Development Office officials along with Summit Aviation employees celebrated the unveiling of Summit’s new 78,000 square-foot expansion today.