by Dan Johnson | Aug 4, 2024 | Ranger R7, Splog, Vashon Aircraft
What if you had a powerful interest in flying but you needed special equipment? I don’t mean flat-screen avionics, powerful engines, or comfortable seats — though all those are indeed fun. Instead, I refer to people who want to fly but may have challenges many of us...
by Dan Johnson | Sep 8, 2023 | Aerotrek Aircraft, Bristell Aircraft (USA), BRM Aero, s.r.o., Magni USA LLC, Splog, Texas Aircraft Manufacturing, TL Sport Aircraft, Vashon Aircraft, Zenith Aircraft Co.
One sure way to know if a show works is to observe vendor participation over a number of years. As this is my 14th year attending the Midwest LSA Expo, I can tell you 2023 represents a strong turnout. Companies come back year after year because it works to connect...
by Dan Johnson | Apr 28, 2022 | Aeroprakt USA, Air-Tech, Inc., Evektor (Dreams Come True), Heavenbound Aviation, Pipistrel d.o.o. Ajdovscina, Splog, TL Sport Aircraft, Vashon Aircraft
My moment of truth is fast approaching. Will I succeed or fail to predict the future? I have been repeating my forecast that FAA will announce a draft of their newest regulation, called an NPRM (Notice of Proposed Rule Making) at EAA’s big summer celebration of...
by Dan Johnson | Jul 28, 2021 | ICON Aircraft, Pipistrel USA, ScaleBirds, Splog, Vashon Aircraft
Day 2 AirVenture began with “rain that went sideways,” according to one vendor. After a late night cranking out a report, I was grateful for an excuse to get another hour’s sleep. The overnight rain gave way to another beautiful, if hot, day in Oshkosh. Tuesday, I...
