Christopher E. Kubasik Named To The Board

The Board of Governors of The Wings Club Foundation in New York has elected Christopher E. Kubasik, president and COO of L-3 Communications, to its ranks. Established 1942, The Wings Club is a global foundation dedicated to the advancement and development of aviation.

Aero Linx: Piper Apache Club In 1978 a group of Piper Apache owners from the USA and Canada gathered in Hazleton, PA and formed the "Flying Apache Association". The Association produced a monthly newsletter and had an annual fly-in in various locations in the United States and the Bahama Islands. The Piper Apache was primarily owned by individuals that were long time owners and some flight schools for multi-trainers. As time went on many of the owners moved on to larger twins and a lot of the planes were sold to individuals that were only interested in building multi time to get an airline job. There was still a group of dedicated Apache Lovers out there that kept in touch and we did our best in helping them with needed pa

Surveillance Approach An instrument approach wherein the air traffic controller issues instructions, for pilot compliance, based on aircraft position in relation to the final approach course (azimuth), and the distance (range) from the end of the runway as displayed on the controller’s radar scope. The controller will provide recommended altitudes on final approach if requested by the pilot.

“I am honored to support The Wings Club’s mission as a member of this prestigious board. The aerospace industry and The Wings Club share a vision of technological innovation coupled with a dedication to advancing aviation excellence. I look forward to contributing to their educational initiatives and promoting the critical role our industry will play in helping to guide the future of aeronautics worldwide.” Source: Christopher E. Kubasik, president and COO of L-3 Communications, who was elected by the Board of Governors of The Wings Club Foundation in New York, to join its ranks. Established 1942, The Wings Club is a global foundation dedicated to the advancement and development of aviation.