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Flight Attendants Plan OccuFly Event

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:35:33 +0000

Flight attendants from more than 20 airlines will “occupy” a section of LAX on Monday to protest labor provisions in a proposed FAA reauthorization bill. The OccuFly protest, organized by the Association of Flight Attendants, is a reaction to change in voting standards for union organization that unions consider an attack on organized labor. “This controversial labor provision is nothing less than an attack by the 1% against the 99%,” said AFA President Veda Shook in a news release.

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Video: Where’s My Flying Car?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:35:32 +0000

A practical flying car with everyman usability has so far eluded the public, but we may have already been introduced to a design that could lead to a breakthrough. Some of the major challenges of producing a point-to-point simple and safe to operate vehicle are technological in nature. Autonomous navigation (enter the destination, press a button, and allow the vehicle to navigate, communicate with, and autonomously avoid other aircraft) may be one key to safely organizing masses of flying vehicles in the same airspace. And as society progresses, the gap between the dream and reality may be shrinking.

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Northwest Aviation Show prepares for takeoff

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:35:30 +0000

Special to General Aviation News from the Washington Aviation Association

Just when the short winter days and grounded planes become too much to bear for aviators at the end of February, there’s a sign of happier airborne days ahead. For many, the annual Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show marks the end of winter in the Northwest.
The 29th annual Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show will be held Feb. 25-26 at the Blue Gate of the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup, Wash. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on February 5th, 2012 by GAN Staff. No comments. © GAN 2012.

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A Special Cub: EAAers finish airplane for dying comrade

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:35:28 +0000

From EAA Chapter 282 in Clearwater, Florida, comes the heartwarming story of Walter Crosby, who realized the dream of seeing his restored 1946 Piper Cub fly for the first time in more than 50 years. Thanks to the love and dedication of his fellow chapter members, Walt got to see his cherished airplane become airborne — just days before losing his courageous battle with cancer. Read the whole story here … and have some Kleenex handy! Continue Reading »

===> Posted on February 5th, 2012 by Janice Wood. No comments. © GAN 2012.

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Air Force Plan Would Cut 10,000 Airmen

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:33:10 +0000

Nearly 10,000 of the Air Force’s active National Guard and Reserve airmen would be cut next year if plans detailed Friday by the Air Force go into effect. Cuts will reportedly target the National Guard for more than half of the total personnel, aircraft and other equipment to be trimmed. Specific numbers trim 5,100 guardsmen, 3,900 active-duty members and 899 reservists.The Air Force Times has reported that the Air Force does not intend “to employ involuntary cuts in the active force to reach that goal.” Changes will come to forces in all 50 states and cuts may not stop there. The plan brought immediate push-back.

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American Airlines’ Bankruptcy May Cost You

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:29:48 +0000

As part of its bankruptcy reorganization, American Airlines could announce plans next week to lay off more than 13,000 workers and eliminate pension plans, and at least one analyst warns the actions could lead to the end of the airline. “American made promises to pilots” about “pay, benefits, retirement and employment,” that in many cases “are not going to be kept,” according to Glenn MacDonald an economics professor at Olin Business School at Washington University, St. Louis. MacDonald believes the airline is not positioned to compete and generate sufficient profits to sustain operations without “significant reduction” in what it provides to employees. According to MacDonald, without those reductions, American “will soon be gone, not just reorganized,” with pieces bought up by competitors. Whether that proves prescient or propagandist, pilots’ pensions appear to be in the crosshairs and, you (the taxpayer) may be on the hook for something.

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Who Will Pay for the Queen’s New Megayacht?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:29:42 +0000

Back in November we reported that a campaign had been launched to build a new megayacht for the Queen of England for her jubilee, which will be the world’s 3rd largest when launched. Brit politicos have balked at paying for it, however, leading Prime Minister David Cameron to insist that the royal vessel can only come to fruition if it’s funded by private cash. So who will cough up the $125 million or so it will take to get the craft going? The London Guardian names Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, who resides in London, as the likeliest candidate.

Another name being floated is that of Oleg Deripaska, a fellow billionaire whose own yachting antics with British Chancellor George Osborne have been tabloid fodder for several months. There’s also the possibility of corporate sponsorship from the likes of Topshop and Vodafone. The 515-ft. ship Codenamed FSP21 (Future Ship Project 21st Century), the new yacht is designed as a a four masted square-rigged barque with solar capability and an auxiliary diesel electric power plant good for a speed of around 20 knots and a range of 6000 nautical miles.

Image: London Daily Mail

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Kestrel Collecting Resumes

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:24:02 +0000

Production may be about two years off and the facility has yet to be built, but Kestrel Aircraft Co. hopes to create 600 jobs in Superior, Wisconsin, over the next few years, and resumes are already coming in. The company currently employs about 50 engineers who are working to transform the Kestrel prototype single-engine six to eight seat turboprop into an FAA-certified production aircraft. Successful completion of that task precludes any mass hiring. New hires will also need a physical workplace and. Kestrel will break ground on a 35,000-square foot production facility this spring, likely by April. Wisconsin’s Indianhead Technical College of Superior hopes to work with Kestrel to develop training courses that would address specific needs at Kestrel.

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Where’s My Flying Car

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:24:01 +0000

Back in 2003, the SEC filed a complaint against Moller International and Paul S. Moller, for the development and marketing of a Skycar — on January 30, 2012, Moller International began promoting two new Skycar designs for the LSA category. The SEC’s complaint cited “false and misleading statements” Moller used in promotional releases and to solicit “approximately $5.1 million from more than 500 investors.” Moller settled by paying a $50,000 fine and agreeing to a permanent injunction. The latest “LSA” offerings from Moller International, are currently available in brochure form. Specifications for one include a cruise speed of 237 mph — about twice the Light Sport category’s current cruise speed restriction. A practical flying car with every-man usability has so far eluded the public, but we may have already been introduced to a design that shows promise, aside from the Terrafugia Transition roadable aircraft. AVweb’s Glenn Pew takes a look in this week’s video. Click through to view.

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CubCrafters’ LSAs flying high

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:24:00 +0000

For the past 31 years, the name CubCrafters has been synonymous with Super Cubs. But with its entry a few years ago into the world of Light-Sport Aircraft, its name now is tied to one of the most successful LSAs on the market. Continue Reading »

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