Category Archives: UnderTheRadar

To our valued customers, suppliers, and partners: It is my distinct honor today to be introduced as the new president and CEO of Textron Aviation. As a pilot and engineer, I’m proud to join with our 12,500 global employees who … Continue reading →

By Norm Goyer There is a good reason why the Cessna 172 Skyhawk is named year after year as one of the best aircraft ever designed. It is! I believe that a huge percentage of pilots around the world have … Continue reading →

By: Norm Goyer Both the J-3 and the 7AC recently got a new lease on life. They both are approved for flying with a driver’s license only. There are a few provisions that must be met however. They have to … Continue reading →

By: Norm Goyer The fact that 100LL aircraft fuel is going to be withdrawn from production due to its source of lead in the atmosphere has spurred a frantic search for a replacement. It seems that aircraft fuel using lead … Continue reading →

A Rap on Greatest Aviation Advancements The Deperdusen was a 1913 aircraft built for racing events. Compare it to Wright Brother’s aircraft only ten years earlier. By: Norm Goyer The lifespan of heavier than air flight is about 100 years … Continue reading →