April, 2023

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G7 Summit 2023 in Hiroshima, Japan: Business Aviation Planning Guide

Universal Weather

The 49th G7 Summit will be held May 19-21, 2023 in Hiroshima, Japan. This event will bring significant business aviation traffic to Japan, which is already struggling to keep up with demand due to supply chain and staffing shortages. Hiroshima Airport (RJOA) and Kansai International Airport (RJBB) have announced flight restrictions. Here’s what you need to know if you’re operating a business jet to the Summit or will be in Japan during this period.

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The Pilot Experience Awakening

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The Pilot Experience There is a demand amongst airline management teams that is getting a fresh look and its called the Pilot Experience. And to be honest, its not just for airline pilots either, it extends into flight attendants, regional airline crews and even down to flight instructors, charter pilots and the like. Yes there is a pilot shortage, but what about when there is not?

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JAL’s 777-300ER Business Class, New York to Tokyo

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Sometimes it’s hard to beat a classic. Japan Airlines’ 777-300ERs are the heavy lifter of their long-haul fleet. And although the current premium cabins have been flying for around ten years, they’re still a fan favorite. I had my first chance to fly JAL’s Sky Suite business class on a flagship route from New York JFK to Tokyo Haneda – now I completely understand why it’s so popular.

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The most advanced pilot training centre in Greece is set to be launched by Aegean and CAE

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Aegean Airlines is partnering with Canadian flight simulator provider CAE to set up Greece’s premier advanced flight training center. The airline revealed on March 30th that the center would be equipped with seven full-flight simulators and would operate on green energy, making it the leading flight training hub in southeast Europe. The new facility, known […] The post The most advanced pilot training centre in Greece is set to be launched by Aegean and CAE appeared first on iCadet.c

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EAA’s The Green Dot — Beech Super 18 Restoration

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This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Tom are joined by Bill Goebel to discuss his restoration of a Beech Super 18. The post EAA’s The Green Dot — Beech Super 18 Restoration first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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EBACE 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

Universal Weather

The annual European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) is Europe’s largest business aviation tradeshow. This year’s event will take place May 23-25, 2023 in Geneva. Due to ongoing GA congestion issues, it is recommended that operators attending the event, plan well in advance. Here’s what you need to know: About EBACE EBACE is Europe’s equivalent to NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE, or often just called “NBAA&#

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DOT 375 Exemption & Special Authorization: Why non-U.S. operators may need it and how to apply

Universal Weather

Non-U.S. registered operators conducting non-scheduled commercial / charter operations require authorization from the Department of Transport (DOT). In 2023, the DOT made changes that now require pre-flight notification for all flights. In this article we’ll explain everything you need to know about the DOT 375 exemption and special authorization and when it is required.

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Breaking News: Elon Musk Purchasing a Majority Stake in American Airlines

Airline Reporter

April 2nd Author’s Note : we hope everyone appreciated this April Fool’s joke (or at least realized it was a joke by the third line in). Fake news is a problem, so to make sure nobody gets confused, we wanted to drop this disclaimer to make it clear that this is not a real story. Thanks for reading! Elon Musk announced he will purchase a 51% stake in American Airlines.

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Finding the Perfect Airplane

Inspire

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Mark Murray discusses the strategy for finding the ideal ultralight or sport airplane to own. The post Finding the Perfect Airplane first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Making Time for the Stories

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In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse revisits some of the different people he’s met and the stories he’s heard through his involvement in aviation. The post Making Time for the Stories first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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EAA’s Attic — Corben/Poberezny Baby Ace Vertical Stabilizer

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This piece originally ran in the March 2023 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. Paul Poberezny and the Corben Baby Ace brought EAA to national attention through a series of construction articles published in Mechanix Illustrated magazine in the summer of 1955. Built in the Poberezny family garage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the little aircraft changed […] The post EAA’s Attic — Corben/Poberezny Baby Ace Vertical Stabilizer first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Remembering the Band of Brothers at EAA Museum Speaker Series

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George Luz, Jr., whose father, George Luz, served in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division during World War II, will speak about his dad’s military service in Europe during a special presentation on Thursday, April 27, as part of the EAA Aviation Museum Aviation Adventure Speaker Series. The post Remembering the Band of Brothers at EAA Museum Speaker Series first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Where Does a Good Landing Begin?

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In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses the steps needed to execute a safe landing. The post Where Does a Good Landing Begin? first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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EAA Chapter 534 Hosts Successful Young Eagles Rally

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The members of EAA Chapter 534 held a Young Eagles rally at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, Florida, on March 18. The post EAA Chapter 534 Hosts Successful Young Eagles Rally first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Shining the Spotlight on Weather

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EAA Lifetime member Tre’ Landrum teaches some of the ins and outs of weather to a group of homeschooled students. The post Shining the Spotlight on Weather first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Michigan Van’s Aircraft RV-8

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In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, EAA Lifetime member Martin J. Filiatrault takes us through the build of his RV-8. The post What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Michigan Van’s Aircraft RV-8 first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Spring Cleaning

Inspire

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Robert N. Rossier discusses scraping the rust off your flying skills. The post Spring Cleaning first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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The Information Advantage

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In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Lisa Turner discusses the value of keeping proper documentation for your aircraft. The post The Information Advantage first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Volunteer Spotlight — Harry and Jan Crisman

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Harry, EAA 16857, and Jan Crisman have been a part of the EAA volunteer scene for quite a while — since 1963, in fact! The post Volunteer Spotlight — Harry and Jan Crisman first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Carbon Monoxide – In a Pusher

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EAA Lifetime Member Kevin Price shares an important lesson learned, one that could have had tragic consequences. The post Carbon Monoxide – In a Pusher first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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EAA’s The Green Dot — Basler Turbo President Joe Varkoly

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This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Chris are joined by Basler Turbo Conversions President Joe Varkoly. The post EAA’s The Green Dot — Basler Turbo President Joe Varkoly first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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My Experience Building an RV-9A

Inspire

Bits and Pieces editor Ian Brown takes us through his time building an airplane over the course of nearly a decade. The post My Experience Building an RV-9A first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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A Spring Clam Jam at Polly Creek

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EAA members Patty and Andy Smith recently flew to a popular location in Alaska to go clamming. The post A Spring Clam Jam at Polly Creek first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Ruffled Feathers: The Big Picture

Inspire

Bits and Pieces contributor discusses key points to consider to “stay ahead of the airplane.” The post Ruffled Feathers: The Big Picture first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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FAA Flight Test With Only One Eye

Inspire

How one EAA member regained his private pilot certificate after losing an eye. The post FAA Flight Test With Only One Eye first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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My First Solo

Inspire

EAA member Alin Gruia takes a trip down memory lane to revisit his first solo 12 years ago. The post My First Solo first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Flying the Skyline Tour

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A unique vantage point of North America’s most impressive city skyline. The post Flying the Skyline Tour first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Missing Man

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Celebrating the life of Tuskegee Airman Harold H. Brown. The post Missing Man first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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