Sun 'n Fun is, as ever, the perfect start to a spring full of flight, as everyone brings their A-game to dominate headlines in the sport aviation scene. The newest contender for best-of-show is Ultra-Prop and their Ultra-Prop II, a new, lightweight design aimed at ultralights and experimentals. Building on the original Ultra-Prop from the […]
One Alaskan Pilot Recognized for Stalwart Defense of Rural Flying One pilot in the Alaskan town of Bettles has taken upon herself to keep the tradition alive, and her efforts are already making a difference in far-flung rural towns up North. Jamie Klaes has been recognized by Women in Aviation, International for her work in […]
Also: Flight Club, Jet Shades, MyGoFlight’s FlightFlix Acquisition FIFTY YEARS! What a milestone for the aviation world’s master aero-education duo! John, Martha, along with their CEO Barry Knutilla have come to Sun ‘n Fuin to celebrate a half-century of keeping us educated while also casting eyes upon the future. Ya want to land and take […]
Partnership will "Increase the Awareness, Accessibility, and Safety of Recreational Flying" Redbird Flight, manufacturer of flight simulators and training devices, came out in force to Sun 'n Fun 2024, with all kinds of new goodies in tow. Their new friends at the Recreational Aviation Foundation have kept up their momentum in keeping a presence at […]
With a Foothold in the US, Up-and-Comer Finds Footing with Expanding Clientele Ocala Aviation Flight Services announced a partnership with Montaer Aircraft that will see them use the MC-01 aircraft as the primary trainer in its Part 61 and Part 141 operations. The agreement “marks a significant step in Ocala Aviation’s mission to modernize its […]
Junkers Aircraft has shown up to Sun ‘n Fun 2024 with a much-requested variation of their A50 LSA, replacing the original homage’s nose-mounted Rotax engine with a much more period accurate Scarlett 7 radial engine. The new model is called the A50 Heritage, differentiating it from the Rotax-powered version that caught so much attention in […]
CKD Aerospace hit innovation preview with a couple goodies right off the bat, updating fans on their line of kit aircraft, Fisher Flying Products. Of note Richard Kaczmarek, director of CKD, said that further sales of spruce would be hard to expand since the global supply of quality wood is all spoken for. "Mike Fisher […]
Italian engine manufacturer Vittorazi Motors made a good first impression at Sun 'n Fun 2024, coming to the fly-in for the first time with all kinds of goodies in tow. Vittorazi specializes in small, compact, lightweight parameter engines, a natural outcropping of their evolution from small mini sport bikes in the early 80s. They've moved […]
The Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA), along with six other aviation trade associations, has submitted a joint appeal to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to withdraw its proposed rulemaking on extending drug and alcohol testing requirements to repair station personnel located outside the United States. The associations argue that the rulemaking is inconsistent with the […]
The Commemorative Air Force's Jeremy Lashbrook, Squadron Leader of the B-29 and B-24, checked in with fans looking forward to the upcoming Air Power History Tour with some bad news regarding their B-24 Liberator, Diamond Lil'. "During the annual inspection of the B-24 “Diamond Lil” this off season, we made the determination that “Lil” needs […]
Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), co-chair of the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control, has released a report highlighting the exploitation of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) registration loopholes by drug cartels and other criminal entities. The report underscores the role of these loopholes in facilitating the global drug trade and posing a threat to national security. […]
In a significant stride towards fostering the next generation of aviators, the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) unveils the Junior ACEs program, a pioneering initiative aimed at inspiring young minds through the wonders of aviation. The program, part of the broader activities at the SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, FL, is a beacon […]
Tuskegee NEXT, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering underrepresented youth, is proud to announce its transformative, no cost for training and supplies, Summer Aviation Program, to be hosted at Illinois Aviation Academy in summer, 2024. Geared towards individuals between the ages of 18 and 20, this initiative aims to instill a passion for aviation […]
Gulfstream announced some additional FAA certifications with some fanfare, which may be a bit confusing to those who saw the G700's recent type certification at the end of March. As it happens, the news refers to new production and interior STCs granted, allowing Gulfstream to offer a fuller roster of accouterments for their hoity-toity clientele. […]
LOTS of Nasty Weather ALL Around… Let's Be Careful Out There! The daytime airshow today, Thursday, April 11, 2024 has been cancelled due to impending weather, which is due to arrive between 2-4 pm. All are urged to seek shelter if needed. The SUN n FUN gang tell us that they will honor Thursday wristbands, […]
Also: Bushcat Woes, Hummingbird 300 SL 4-Seat Heli Kit, Carbon Cub UL The newest Junkers is a faithful recreation that mates a 7-cylinder Verner radial engine to the airframe offered last year with a Rotax 912... but a desire for more historical accuracy led to the A50 Heritage. The Helicycle has gone through a number […]
Textron announced a cool little milestone for the Cessna C-208 family after the type racked up 25 million flight hours across its entire production run. The Caravan has long exemplified an excellent blend of performance, ruggedness, and reliability for those far-flung operators on the fringe of civilization. The high strutted wing and a set of […]
SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo is celebrating its 50th anniversary by inviting the owners of past Grand Champions and Reserve Grand Champions to bring their award-winning aircraft back to SUN ‘n FUN as guests and commemorate 50 Years of Fly-In Happy with them. The event, called Echo of Champions, will showcase the best of the […]
