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Pilot Back in the AIR after Aviation Scholarship

Thursday, March 23rd, 2017

Aircraft dispatcher Caitlin Lyons, also known as Cessna Chick on her blog, does not allow adversity to get in the way of her goals. Living in Manhattan without a car during her private pilot training offered quite the challenge. Her commute the closest general aviation airport resulted in over one and half hours on a train followed by a three mile walk while still maintaining a full-time job!

During the 2016 EAA AirVenture Caitlin caught a break, she had earned the ‘Get into the AIR’ scholarship awarded by Aviation Insurance Resources (AIR). Caitlin thanked AIR for getting her back on track towards her goal of becoming a flight instructor.

“It helped me finally do my BFR which was my first since earning my certificate and was delayed more than I would’ve liked it to be! Since then I was able to fly a bunch in the early winter working on my instrument rating and getting time under my (pink!) foggles – always on beautiful days I would’ve loved to enjoy the views of the Pacific. I’ve already knocked out my Instrument and CFII written tests and working on my Commercial/CFI/FOI written tests as well so I can focus on the flying portions. It puts a time limit on my training and gives me even more motivation. I’m hoping to finish up my instrument rating by the end of the summer!” she explained.

When Cailtin wasn’t flying or studying, she was helping others get into the air. She recently spoke to a bimonthly pilot group at her flight school entitled “Fly Like a Girl” about how to find and apply for aviation scholarships and is “always looking for other ways to pay it forward in return for the opportunities I’ve been given.”

Due to the success of their inaugural scholarship, AIR is once again offering the $500 ‘Get into the AIR’ scholarship. The scholarship can be used towards any phase of flight training, a flight review, written exam, instrument proficiency check or a check ride.

AIR is seeking an applicant whose essay and recommendation letter best describes their goals, drive and involvement in the aviation industry. The scholarship winner will be announced at the 2017 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI. The deadline to enter is June 15^th. Scholarship applications are available for download at http://www.AIR-PROS.com/scholarship.php.

About Aviation Insurance Resources (AIR)

Since 1999, AIR has remained closely connected to the industry they serve, many of their customers are friends and some are even family. This is because all of the agents at AIR are pilots and understand the needs and challenges in owning or renting an aircraft and aviation related businesses. No matter your involvement in aviation, AIR can provide a comprehensive yet economical solution for your needs. For scholarship questions or an aircraft insurance quote call 877-247-7767 or fill out a quote request online today!

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VIPER SD-4 INITIATES FIRST U.S. FLIGHTS

Friday, March 10th, 2017

Eagle International Aircrafts L.L.C. announced that the FAA has finally certified and approved Viper’s SD-4 for U.S. Market. Since this announcement, the Viper SD-4 has begun flights at North Perry Airport, Florida.

VIPER SD-4

This amazing Light sports low wing aircraft (LSA) features an all-metal design of the plane, with lower operation and maintenance costs than other similar aircraft. The plane is manufactured in Europe for the past 10 years, and our team is excited to present it to the American market. The robust metal construction guarantees a longer service life and makes the plane safer to operate.The
spacious cockpit provides unmatched comfort and the huge canopy allows for a beautiful flying experience. The plane also features the newest breakthroughs in avionics, offers a wide range of utility options, all in a sleek, first-class, package.

These features won’t only be enjoyed by seasoned veterans of the sky, but as well as beginners and their instructors. Flight schools and training centres will also find the Viper SD-4 as the best value for their dollar.

Excellent and precise manufacturing on CNC machines, using quality materials, quality workmanship with particular emphasis on accuracy, security and great customer value, this all is coming with VIPER SD-4 and is available now in USA.

The low fuel consumption (only around 4.5 gallons an hour using car-grade high octane gas or avgas) brings operating costs down, which will bring a smile to the faces of pleasure flyers and enthusiast pilots. The low operating costs also make the SD-4 a perfect choice for businesses seeking a cost effective flight solution. The plane achieves an effective range of around 594 miles on a full tank, which shows the planes potential as a cross-country favourite. The colours and finishes on the plane can be decided by the customer’s wishes.

ABOUT EAGLE INTERNATIONAL AIRCRAFTS LLC

At Eagle International Aircrafts LLC, we seek to provide the best international shipping and distribution service for light sport aircrafts. From our strategically placed location in Fort Lauderdale, we have immediate access to the Americas and the Caribbean. We also seek to spearhead the industry in terms of customerbased design and advances in avionics. We look to be a trusted source for enthusiasts, leisure pilots, training schools, and air-based companies.

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Aircraft Insurance – Call that Middleman!

Wednesday, March 1st, 2017

The Avemco Insurance Company has released a new advertisement in AOPA Pilot depicting a man in a suit falling out of the sky. The text reads “We got rid of the middleman” and correctly states that Avemco is the only direct aircraft insurer. This silly ad creates quite the visual, however, there are several reasons why it’s important to have that insurance middleman in your life!

Competition

Why contact a direct insurance underwriter when you can have over 18 carriers competing for your business-all with one call? The ultimate benefit of this competition is the price. You are more likely to obtain a lower premium when requesting quotations from 18 companies versus just one. Avemco sets their own rates. While the employee you speak to has the simple authority to provide a quotation, they can only supply one quote. An aviation insurance broker does the work for you-obtaining competitive rates from multiple insurance carriers. More options equal more savings!

Choices

As stated above, Avemco can supply only one quote and therefore one set of policy terms. Access to multiple carriers creates more flexibility in policy conditions. For example, most pilots transitioning into new aircraft are required to complete some dual instruction or formal manufacturer training which can be costly. Training requirements vary by underwriter and the pilot can pick the policy that has the training requirements that best fits his or her needs. Other options that vary from carrier to carrier would be available liability limits or the open pilot warranty.

Change

The aviation industry is ever-changing and it is important to have an insurance policy that changes with it. Most insurance carriers have adapted a “per passenger” policy form. Meaning the sub-limits on the liability portion of your policy are limited to passengers only. Avemco still uses a below standard policy form, their sub-limits are written on a “per person” basis. Therefore, anyone injured inside or outside of the aircraft are limited to only $100,000! In addition, thanks to the many aviation insurance carriers in the market, it is possible to obtain a policy without a sub-limit, also known as “smooth limits”.

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We challenge you to see the results a middleman can provide! At Aviation Insurance Resources (AIR) all our agents are pilots so we understand your needs as a pilot and aircraft owner. The graphics below say it all-our efforts will save you both time and money. Call our agent and pilots at 877-247-7767 or click here to request a quote online to start saving today!