From Detail Tweaks To New Jets, There Were A Bunch

It's been such a busy year for aircraft, the mind boggles at the task of covering them all. I mean, we did, but covering them all in one story is the thing... so this isn't a laundry list of everything that flew -- it's a review of some of the most important things that flew, or got into production, last year.

Pilot For Four Presidents, Flew JFK's Body From Dallas

Aero-News has learned Lewis Hanson, a pilot for four presidents who brought John F. Kennedy's body back from Dallas aboard Air Force One, died on December 27. He was 81.

Aero-Tips 01.04.06 There’s one user fee I wholeheartedly support -- a fee for taking advantage of Flight Service Station briefings. The cost? One Pilot Report (PIREP).

Aero-Linx!

A fun site of aerial photos, you can zoom in to a US map to an area of about a city block.  They also have a famous places link if you’re just looking for the good stuff (Alcatraz, Daytona Speedway, Disney World).

AAIB The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch is part of the Department for Transport and is responsible for the investigation of civil aircraft accidents and serious incidents within the UK. British Equivalent of the NTSB.

"So, boys, lets get rid of that weight limitation and the speed limitation and start addressing those of us who should most be courted as the saviors of aviation. We've been here all along and we want to stay here. I can continue to support aviation in the way that is MOST productive... with my money and by mentoring young people! Those of you who agree need to start yelling 'bloody murder' every where you can. If the Sport Pilot weight and speed limitations were raised in quantum steps for those more experienced, it'll be better for everyone. In fact, it could be the "hook" that pulls 'em in." Source: Aero-News reader Larry Stencel, in his Op-Ed piece responding to our "guarded optimism" on the future of Sport Pilot in ANN's recent "Best and Wo