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March 18, 2010

ANN Special Feature: The JFK Controller Flap - 03.18.10

ANN's Paul Plack talks with 2008 National Instructor of the Year Max Trescott about the infamous "kids on the radio" incident at New York JFK, and some other recent examples of unprofessi

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FAA Utilizes WAAS GPS Capability To Verify Alaskan ADS-B Coverage

FreeFlight Systems WAAS GPS Sensor Chosen For Alaskan ADS-B Testing

The FAA will be using the FreeFlight Systems1203 WAAS GPS receiver as part of the official ADS-B testing in Alaska, the company said Monday.

... Lives, Jobs, Local Economies, Communities, And More

The Centennial Airport Business Association (CABA) in Denver, CO, is hosting and event next month with the theme "Aviation Saves ... Lives, Jobs, Local Economies, Communities, Businesses, and More." The event will be held at Centennial Airport (KAPA) on April 28th from 1200 to 1900.

Buyer Says Plane Was Missing Parts And Was Damaged

A dispute over the condition of a used airplane that was sold by a candidate for Nevada Secretary of State has landed the political hopeful in some hot water, though he denies any wrongdoing.

Wouters: Year Will Be "Potentially Much Better"

In comments to employees, customers and suppliers, Cirrus President and CEO Brent Wouters said Wednesday the company is seeing signs of a strengthening market for aircraft sales.

Aspen's Scott Smith Showcases the New EFD1000H Functionality

At the 2010 Heli-Expo, Aspen Avionics announced the STC certification authorizing installation of its EFD1000 flight display system in Bell 206 and 407 panels. Aspen developed the newly designated EFD1000H, featuring helicopter-specific software, in conjunction with Keystone Helicopter, calling the EFD1000H "the lowest priced certified EFIS in the helicopter market."

FAA Issues SAIB For Propeller Overspeed

Applies To Piston Engine Airplanes With Variable Pitch Props

The FAA has issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) to alert operators, pilots, and aircraft manufacturers of concerns for an optimum response to a propeller overspeed in piston engine aircraft with variable pitch propellers.