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User fee proposal could cripple GA

The White House on April 10 released a budget proposal that includes a $100-per-flight user fee—a charge AOPA warns could be disastrous for general aviation.

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Changes for special issuance medical conditions

The FAA on April 9 streamlined the medical certification process for pilots with certain medical conditions that previously required special issuance authorizations. Now an AME can issue a normal duration medical certificate at the time of examination if the pilot provides adequate documentation showing good control of the condition.

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ATP to purchase up to 100 Piper Archers

Piper Aircraft Inc. and Airline Transport Professionals on April 10 reached a three-year agreement under which ATP could purchase up to 100 Piper training aircraft.

ATP, Piper deal details >>

Vulcanair drops in at Sun ’n Fun

Sun ’n Fun International Fly-In & Expo attendees got a glimpse of an updated Vulcanair twin model with retractable landing gear.

New model preview >>

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Burt Rutan developing new seaplane

TheTwo years after retirement, Burt Rutan is at it again, developing a new seaplane called the Skigull at his cabin near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

New Rutan design >>

Students scramble for chance to build airplane

High school teams across the country are scrambling to complete their virtual aircraft designs that will earn two of the teams a chance to build two real airplanes.

Build A Plane competition >>

Redbird launches AOPA Jay, sim community

Students and pilots who want to practice fly-in procedures to summer events or test their skills with new flight situation scenarios have a new option for a personal flight simulator, Redbird Flight Simulations said April 10, officially launching the AOPA Jay, a single out-of-the-box simulator unit, during Sun ’n Fun in Lakeland, Fla.

All-in-one flight sim unit >>

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Baltic Business Aviation | Apr 11 - Tallinn, ,Estonia: The BBA Summit will explore all aspects of business aviation in the Baltic region and new business opportunities for the industry. The focus of this event will be on the countries that have shorelines along the Baltic Sea: Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Finland, Germany, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, and Sweden. ( Web site )
EAA Chapter 1246 Monthly Meeting | Apr 11 - McKinney, TX: Thursday, April 11, 2013 7:00-9:00pm Gerry Asher will be our speaker at the April 11th EAA Chapter 1246 Monthly Meeting. He is a third generation aviator and self taught artist. He began creating original works as a sideline business while in the U.S. Air Force and currently servers on the Board of Trustees of the American Society of Aviation Artists. Come listen to his stories and view his art. You don't want to miss this program! See you there~~ ( Web site )
SLACON- Student Leaders in Aviation Conference | Apr 12 - Battle Creek, MI: In conjunction with the 2013 Alpha Eta Rho International Student Conference and the Western Michigan University College of Aviation we are proud to present SLACON, The Student Leaders in Aviation Conference. A conference like non other that emphasizes on the future of aviation and collegiate aviation nation wide. With booths, displays, and demo's SLACON is set to be a must see event for any pilot wanting to advance their knowledge. ( Web site )
Commercial Pilot Written Class | Apr 12 - Apr 14 - Spring, TX: American Flyers is conducting a weekend Commercial Pilot written preparation class from April 12-14, 2013. Course fee is $395.00 and includes textbook and test supplement. On-site testing is available by appointment. Exam can be scheduled on Sunday afternoon at additional cost. ( Web site )
Commercial Pilot Written Class | Apr 12 - Apr 14 - Addison, TX: American Flyers is conducting a weekend Commercial Pilot written preparation class from April 12-14, 2013. Course fee is $395.00 and includes textbook and test supplement. On-site testing is available by appointment. Exam can be scheduled on Sunday afternoon at additional cost. ( Web site )
Commercial Pilot Written Class | Apr 12 - Apr 14 - Pompano Beach, FL: American Flyers is conducting a weekend Commercial Pilot written preparation class from April 12-14, 2013. Course fee is $395.00 and includes textbook and test supplement. On-site testing is available by appointment. Exam can be scheduled on Sunday afternoon at additional cost. ( Web site )
Commercial Pilot Written Class | Apr 12 - Apr 14 - West Chicago, IL: American Flyers is conducting a weekend Commercial Pilot written preparation class from April 12-14, 2013. Course fee is $395.00 and includes textbook and test supplement. On-site testing is available by appointment. Exam can be scheduled on Sunday afternoon at additional cost. ( Web site )
Commercial Pilot Written Class | Apr 12 - Apr 14 - Morristown, NJ: American Flyers is conducting a weekend Commercial Pilot written preparation class from April 12-14, 2013. Course fee is $395.00 and includes textbook and test supplement. On-site testing is available by appointment. Exam can be scheduled on Sunday afternoon at additional cost. ( Web site )
Alaska Aviation Museum Hall of Fame Banquet | Apr 12 - Fairbanks, AK: Jim and Dottie Magoffin, Rex Bishopp and Cliff Evert will be inducted into the Alaska Aviation Museum Hall of Fame at a banquet at the Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge. Tickets are $60, advance reservations required ( Web site )
Commercial Pilot Written Class | Apr 12 - Apr 14 - Las Vegas, NV: American Flyers is conducting a weekend Commercial Pilot written preparation class from April 12-14, 2013. Course fee is $395.00 and includes textbook and test supplement. On-site testing is available by appointment. Exam can be scheduled on Sunday afternoon at additional cost. ( Web site )

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