HANGAR TALK


The second­annual Rotors 'n Ribs hel­


icopter fly­in will take place Saturday, June 29 (rain date, June 30) from 10AM to 4PM at the Goshen Municipal Airport in Goshen, Indiana. The goal this year is for the event to become the largest gathering of helicopters in the nation. The event is designed to be a fun day


for pilots and enthusiasts to show off their helicopters and share their flying experiences and love of helicopters. On hand will be all the most popular civil and business helicopters, including those built by Bell, Robinson, Enstrom, Brantley, and many more. There will be demonstrations of dif­


ferent helicopters, including a pair of Vietnam UH­1 Hueys. There will also be a featured seminar from lead weather forecaster Sam Lashley, as well as thrilling skydiving displays and much more — and, of course, world­famous BBQ ribs! Last year's Rotors 'n Ribs was the largest gathering of helicopters in the


Midwest, with 46 helicopters in atten­ dance. If that number increases to 60 helicopters for this year's fly­in, Rotors 'n Ribs will become the largest such event in the country! Midwest Helicopters will demon­


strate how a heavy­lift helicopter puts out fires by showcasing a simulated water drop. EMS helicopters will be on display, and several vendors, including helicopter maintenance shops, painting services, and helicopter instructors, will be on­site. Sam Lashley, a lead weather forecast­


er for the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, will give a seminar titled “Weather Radar and Satellite Information for Pilots,” starting at 11AM. This seminar will explain the satellite weather delay and the function of Garmin units and XM Weather. This talk has been approved by the FAA, so pilots attending will better understand how to navigate weather safely, and will receive credit toward their Wings Program. 


• Law Enforcement and Homeland Security


Night Flight Concepts Launches Industry Specific NVIS Solution Programs


Night Flight Concepts, the premier


provider of night vision solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of five new industry specific solutions pro­ grams. These new Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) solutions include equip­ ment, maintenance and training pro­ grams which have been adapted to sup­ port the specific operational and regu­ latory requirements for the following markets: • Emergency Medical Services and Search & Rescue


• Aerial Firefighting 24 June 2013


• Military • Civil Aviation "The solutions programs allow us to


focus on the specific needs and require­ ments of the different key market sec­ tors," stated Adam Aldous, Night Flight Concepts President & CEO. "By adapt­ ing our training, maintenance and equipment offerings, Night Flight Concepts is better able to support each market sector and provide the optimal solution for their varying needs and requirements." Each solutions program addresses


the specific NVG training requirements to best support the daily tasks and activities encountered by pilots in their market sector. NVG equipment has been modified and maintenance sched­ ules adjusted where needed to ensure


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