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The History of A Legacy Airline In The Midwest

by Dave Weiman MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – Growing up in the Twin Cities, everyone in the community looked up to Northwest Airlines because it was based at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and this gave us a sense of pride and … Continue reading

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President Obama Signs Small Airplane Revitalization Act Into Law

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA), and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) hailed President Obama’s signing of the Small Airplane Revitalization Act into law, November 27, 2013. The legislation – which was … Continue reading

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U.S. Senate Intervenes On FAA’s Proposal On Sleep Apnea-Screening Policy

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On January 16, 2014, Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and James Inhofe (R-OK) introduced a measure (S.1941) to require the FAA to follow the established rulemaking process as the agency seeks to implement its new obstructive sleep apnea … Continue reading

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FAA Wants To Move Forward With Sleep Apnea Policy Without Going Through Rulemaking Process

WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a hastily organized webinar held December 12, 2013, the Federal Air Surgeon said the FAA would move forward with implementing mandatory screening and testing for obstructive sleep apnea, despite opposition from the pilot and aviation medical … Continue reading

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AOPA Insists FAA Withdraw Sleep Disorder Policy or Initiate Rulemaking

FREDERICK, MD – In a letter to FAA Administrator Michael Huerta, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is insisting that the FAA withdraw its new policy on obstructive sleep apnea or go through the rulemaking process. “We believe this … Continue reading

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EAA Says FAA’s Sleep Apnea Policy Would Set A Dangerous Precedent

OSHKOSH, WIS. – The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) has joined other general aviation organizations urging an immediate and indefinite hold on the FAA’s recently announced aeromedical guidelines on “sleep apnea.” The protocol, announced by Federal Air Surgeon Dr. Fred Tilton, … Continue reading

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Lindbergh Foundation Honors Solar Impulse Pilots

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation presented the Lindbergh Spirit medal to the pilots and co-founders of the Solar Impulse project in a special ceremony at the National Air and Space Museum, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy … Continue reading

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How To Never Forget To Remove Your Tow Bar Before Flight

Have you ever considered what might happen if you forgot to remove your aircraft tow bar from the nose strut of your aircraft, then started your engine? Depending on the aircraft and the weight of the tow bar, and whether … Continue reading

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AOPA, NATA & GAMA Welcome Confirmation of Foxx As U.S. DOT Secretary

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 27, 2013) – The presidents and CEOs of at least three general aviation organizations – Craig Fuller of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA); Thomas L. Hendricks of the National Air Transportation Association; and Pete Bunce of the General … Continue reading

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North Dakota Aeronautics Director Meets With FAA Administrator To Secure Airport Funding

WASHINGTON, D.C. – North Dakota’s aeronautics director, Larry Taborsky, state airport planner, Kyle Wanner, and Henry Ogrodzinski, president of the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), met with FAA Administrator Michael Huerta, June 19, 2013, to try and secure … Continue reading

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