Aviation is extremely complex from both a regulatory and operational perspective and it is constantly changing. Interpretations of the regulations change as do the regulations themselves. Alan Armstrong follows changes in the aviation regulations and writes about them in Flightwatch, a blog/newsletter. He also provides commentary and analysis in the wake of aviation accidents and incidents.
Farewell 2020 Formation Flight
On Wednesday, December 23, 2020, the skies above Peachtree City and Senoia heard roar of three North American AT-6/SNJ Texan Aircraft.
Alan Armstrong argues Tuscola Area Airport Authority v. Dickson before the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia
On Wednesday, November 4, 2020, Alan Armstrong argued Tuscola Area Airport Authority v. Dickson, Case Nos. 19-1153, 19-1258, before the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.
How Not To Purchase An Airplane – Reaping The Whirlwind For Negligence And Inattentiveness
In this article we will examine some of the mistakes I have seen made by pilots and aircraft owners over the years. Hopefully, you can learn from their mistakes and not duplicate them. The topics outlined below are not an exhaustive list of the problems my clients have encountered, but they will give you an appreciation for some of the pitfalls associated with the purchase of an aircraft.
Remembering Pearl Harbor
America planned to bomb Japan before the attack on Pearl Harbor
A Primer on Aircraft Mechanic’s Liens
Aircraft mechanic’s liens are the bane of aircraft repair facilities and lawyers. Unlike a lawsuit on account, a mechanic’s lien affords the repair facility or aircraft mechanic leverage. An unpaid lien asserted against an aircraft may prevent the aircraft owner from selling the aircraft until and unless he pays the mechanic’s lien…
Pilot’s Knee Board Summary of Permitted Maneuvers (FAA, Oct 10, 2019)
FAA Rescinds and Refuses to Extend Exemption of Collings Foundation to Operate Aircraft as Part of Living History Flights
The FAA in an Order issued March 25, 2020, rescinded and refused to extend the exemption for the Collings Foundation to operate former military aircraft that served in World War II as part of Living History Flights. The FAA has a policy of permitting Living History...
FAA Announces New Enforcement Policy for Expired Airmen Medical Certificates
In an extraordinary act, the FAA has promulgated an enforcement policy notice declaring that it will not take enforcement action against airmen whose medical certificates expire from March 31, 2020 through June 30, 2020. This policy will remain in force and effect...
Press Release: Washington DC, March 6, 2020
Today, the Tuscola Area Airport Authority, the Friends of Tuscola Airport Authority, Inc., and other concerned governmental entities and private citizens caused to be filed with the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia the Initial Brief of...
HOT TOPIC March 2020: Aerial Demonstrations and Dynamic Maneuvering
Alan Armstrong speaks to us about Aerial Demonstrations and Dynamic Maneuvering.