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Des Moines Flying Service Announces Promotions

Posted on September 25, 2012 by mwflyer

DES MOINES, IOWA – The Board of Directors of Des Moines Flying Service, Inc. and its subsidiaries, Chicago Piper and HondaJet Midwest, announced the following promotions to the company’s key management personnel. Effective September 24, 2012, John M. Lowe will … Continue reading →

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Leader In Piper Sales & Service, Howard Gregory, Dies

Posted on July 26, 2012 by mwflyer

(June 7, 1918 – July 24, 2012) DES MOINES, IOWA – Howard Verne Gregory, 94, Chairman of Des Moines Flying Service, Inc., died July 24, 2012, at Wesley Acres retirement village in Des Moines, Iowa. Gregory, who went by “Greg,” … Continue reading →

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AOPA To Hold Regional Meeting In Madison, Wisconsin

Posted on July 13, 2012 by mwflyer

MADISON, WIS. – AOPA Great Lakes Region Manager, Bryan Budds, is holding a “Pilot Mix & Mingle” social and networking event, Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the main conference room at Wisconsin Aviation, Inc., … Continue reading →

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AOPA & EAA Need Your Help As They Seek Medical Exemption….

Posted on June 13, 2012 by mwflyer

Register Your Comments Today! WASHINGTON, DC – Current FAA regulations requires all pilots to hold at least a third-class medical certificate to exercise the privileges of a private or recreational certificate. AOPA and EAA are seeking exemption to extend the driver’s … Continue reading →

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EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2012 NOTAM NOW AVAILABLE TO PILOTS VIA ONLINE AND PRINTED FORMATS

Posted on May 4, 2012 by mwflyer

Oshkosh air traffic procedures are required reading for all aviators flying to AirVenture EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. — (May 4, 2012) — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012 Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), featuring arrival … Continue reading →

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No-Fly Zone Over Chicago

Posted on May 3, 2012 by mwflyer

CHICAGO, ILL. – The Federal Aviation Administration will impose a “no-fly zone” over Chicago during the NATO Summit, May 19-21, 2012, as part of NATO security measures. No plane will be allowed to fly within 10 nautical miles of downtown Chicago and not … Continue reading →

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Dale Klapmeier Recognized At AERO

Posted on May 3, 2012 by mwflyer

DULUTH, MINN. – Cirrus Aircraft CEO Dale Klapmeier was awarded the German magazine Fliegermagazin’s prestigious “Industry Leader of the Year Award For 2012” at AERO, Europe’s largest general aviation trade show, held in Friedrichshafen, Germany, April 18-21, 2012. The award recognizes Klapmeier’s accomplishments … Continue reading →

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Two-Day Aircraft Fabric Covering Workshop At Wicks

Posted on April 18, 2012 by mwflyer

HIGHLAND, ILL. – Whether you are a beginner or someone needing to brush up on your skills, Wicks Aircraft Supply will host a 2-day seminar on aircraft fabric covering on Friday and Saturday, June 8-9, 2012, at their offices at … Continue reading →

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Wicks Aircraft Offers New Valve Stem Access Panel

Posted on April 17, 2012 by mwflyer

Wicks Aircraft Supply, located in the heart of the Lower 48, is addressing an annoying and potentially dangerous inspection issue with a permanent and easy fix. Many aircraft, in pursuit of speed and efficiency, are equipped with close-fitting wheel pants. … Continue reading →

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Kansas Aviation Museum Weathers The Storm

Posted on April 15, 2012 by mwflyer

WICHITA, KAN. – Aircraft on static display outside the Kansas Aviation Museum sustained minor damage when a Tornado came through April 14, 2012, but the roof on the old terminal building’s tower sustain major damage. Most of the aircraft outside … Continue reading →

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