From Aviation International News:
The third Beechjet dual engine flameout in less than two years has left NTSB investigators, as well as aircraft manufacturer Raytheon and engine maker Pratt & Whitney Canada, scratching their heads. Meanwhile, without any answers or precise operating guidance, Beechjet pilots, owners and passengers are left to ponder
a disturbing trend.
From SW Aviator:
Plane Power, Ltd., of Granbury, Texas, has received FAA PMA certification for a brand new line of lightweight, high-output, belt-driven alternators for general aviation piston aircraft. The announcement marks a new milestone for general aviation: Plane Power, Ltd. is the first company in years to come to market with an advanced alternator design that exceeds the FAA’s rigorous certification criteria for piston engine alternators.
From the Inquirer and Mirror:
Nantucket Memorial Airport is the second-busiest in the state, lagging behind only Logan International in Boston. Those in charge of airport operations, however, say the facilities lag far behind what is needed for both efficient passenger service and heightened security for an airport of its size.
From Todaysthv.com:
For most of us, the smallest plane we want to get in is one of those regional jets like they fly to Dallas. But thanks to TSA checkpoints, more and more people are learning to fly smaller airplanes– like single or twin engine planes– Little Rock is now home to the latest in general aviation aircraft.
From Sun/St.Kitts:
Nevis joined the global fight against terrorism when it implemented a number of security measures at the Vance W. Amory International Airport at Newcastle recently and members of the travelling public have had to adjust to a number of critical changes at the airport.
From Avweb.com:
The owners of Tiger Aircraft LLC are suing the company’s former CEO, saying he sold off the company’s assets without their approval. Gene Criss was fired in early August after he cut a deal with a Florida company called Network Hosts (which, ironically, owns 39 scrap yards, among other successful ventures).
