Posts by Andy Wilson
Palm Springs International Airport Airline Traffic Up
Travelers say Palm Springs’ airport has its own place in the sun – The number of passengers using Palm Springs International Airport in the last decade has grown 55.5%, with many travelers favoring it over bigger, more congested hubs.
In the courtyard of Palm Springs International Airport, Irene Dignon leans back in her chair, soaking up the sun at an open-air wine bar as she waits to begin a trip back to Scotland.
Read MoreBakersfield Flying Club raises money for Honor Flight
Flying club raises money for Honor Flight – The Bakersfield Flying Club has raised more than $3,000 for Honor Flight Kern County in Calif. The month-long fundraiser includes a Christmas party raffle, with prizes ranging from three hours of instruction in the club’s Redbird FMX motion simulator to a Foreflight-equipped iPad Mini, Garmin navigational watch,…
Read MoreBanning, CA Seeking To Develop Airport Property
But FAA Says City Can’t Close The Facility Without Heavy Penalties
Members of the Banning, CA city council held a workshop last month in which they discussed the possibility of closing Banning Municipal Airport (KBNG) and developing the 186 acres around the field into a logistics center. But the FAA says the city would face major financial and legal burdens should they try to do so.
Read MoreShell unveils lead-free avgas
Shell revealed today that it has developed a lead-free replacement for 100LL. The lead-free formulation, which comes after 10 years of “exhaustive R&D, as well as successful initial testing” by two OEMs, will now begin a strict regulatory approvals process, according to company officials. “We are proud of this first for Shell Aviation,” said Xinsheng…
Read More'Tis the season of thanksgiving and goodwill
Blog – During the holidays, Opinion Leaders blogger and psychotherapist Jolie Lucas’s counseling practice gets as busy as Oshkosh in July. She recommends clients find “something to be grateful for.” Lucas shares what she’s thankful for in aviation. Read more…
Read MoreFAA Dedicates New Control Tower at Oakland International Airport
OAKLAND, Calif. – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today dedicated a new, 236-foot-tall, environmentally friendly airport traffic control tower at Oakland International Airport.
“This Recovery Act project enhances safety for travelers at the Oakland Airport, while also helping the environment,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. “The Obama administration is committed to investing in our nation’s aviation infrastructure to create good-paying jobs and keep the U.S. competitive in today’s global economy.”
Read MoreLivermore approves new construction at airport
LIVERMORE — The city has begun the process of renovating the Livermore Municipal Airport and establishing a maintenance facility to provide airplane repairs, refueling and other services for air travelers.
The City Council unanimously approved measures Monday to authorize the city to enter agreements with private companies in the area for the construction of a new administration building at the airport, along with a new gourmet restaurant with a well-known chef.
Read MoreFAA Orders Apnea Testing
FAA Orders Apnea Testing For Overweight Pilots, Controllers – U.S. pilots and air traffic controllers who are deemed overweight will be screened for obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, a condition that could cause them fatigue on the job, endangering the lives of air passengers, a new FAA order says.
In a recent memo, the Federal Aviation Administration’s chief medical officer, Dr. Fred Tilton, has ordered physicians to calculate the body mass index of pilots and controllers. Anyone with a BMI of 40 or above will need to be evaluated by a sleep specialist.
Drift In Magnetic North Spurs Runway Updates At John Wayne Airport
SANTA ANA (CBSLA.com) – John Wayne Airport is set to become the first airport in Southern California to re-number its runways in response to Earth’s changing magnetic field.
Orange County Register reporter Mary-Ann Milbourn told KNX 1070′s Chris Sedens and Diane Thompson workers at John Wayne will re-number the airport’ s two runways and update about two dozen directional signs to adjust for a periodic shift in magnetic north, the point at the top of the Earth that determines compass headings.
Read MoreBay Area TFR – Nov 25th
Issue Date : November 22, 2013 at 1330 UTC Location : San Francisco, California Beginning Date and Time : November 25, 2013 at 1815 UTC Ending Date and Time : November 25, 2013 at 2359 UTC Reason for NOTAM : Temporary flight restrictions for VIP Movement Type : VIP Replaced NOTAM(s) : N/A Jump To:…
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