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Sun N Fun Mobile app!

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Headed to SUN ‘n FUN?
Download the Sporty’s Free SUN ‘n FUN App

LAKELAND, FL  – March 28, 2013 The new Sporty’s Airshow app will enhance your experience!

Sporty’s, in partnership with SUN ‘n FUN, is releasing a free mobile app for the 39th Annual SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo that is now available for both Apple and Android devices. The 2013 SUN ‘n FUN app may be downloaded free at Sportys.com/apps, through the iTunes App store or Google Play.



You will have all the information you need at your fingertips, ranging from maps to exhibitors and displays, forums, events, tram routes and more. The interactive exhibitors list is linked to detailed maps. Simply click on an exhibitor’s name, and you will instantly see their exact location whether in an exhibit hangar or anywhere on the show grounds.



“Knowing that the company you want to visit is in booth C-088 isn’t helpful in itself,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “With our app, you will now know whether the company is inside or outside and its location within an exhibit hangar.”



Sporty’s SUN ‘n FUN app will be useful even before the show starts.  If you’re driving to the event, you can access directions and detailed parking information.  You can also avoid long admission lines by buying advanced tickets through the app.  If you’re arriving by general aviation aircraft, the complete SUN ‘n FUN NOTAM is included for arrival and departure procedures as well as a convenient local airport directory.  It’s perfect for in-flight reference as the app does not require an internet connection.



“We want to remind pilots to stock up for SUN ‘n FUN and buy tie downs, batteries, sunglasses, charts and whatever other supplies are necessary for your trip,” adds Zimmerman. “Of course, we’ve made it easy to connect to Sporty’s and shop right from the app.”  “Don’t forget to allow some time to just sit under a tree and watch the airplanes,” says Zimmerman. “You can spend a relaxing hour just doing that. If you want, you can multitask and listen to SUN ‘n FUN radio via the app while you sit.”



Since time can go by fast at SUN ‘n FUN, the “My SUN ‘n FUN” feature guides you through making up your own schedule, consulting with the available forums, exhibitors to visit, seminars, events, evening programs and air show performances. The detailed maps will make finding these activities easy.



Sporty’s created the app as a service to SUN ‘n FUN attendees. In addition to SUN ‘n FUN, Sporty’s has created apps for EAA AirVenture, AOPA Summit and the International Women in Aviation Conference.


Sporty’s 2013 SUN ‘n FUN app works on all Apple devices, including iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.  Another version of the app is designed for Android users, including tablets and the Kindle Fire. For more information, or to get the free app, visit sportys.com/apps.To see this info on our website please visit: sun-n-fun.org/flyin/snfapp.aspx

 

SUN ‘n FUN’s mission is to preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events, inspiring and educating people of all ages. SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In, Inc. is a 501c3 corporation.

Cape Town Treaty

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Recently I had a customer buy a Cessna 421 and the finance company required him to get an international registration. This process takes time, escrow accounts and cost more money. This is a stage of the purchase process that I don’t see, so a little research was in order.

What I discovered was that while it takes time and money, international registration (known as the Cape Town Treaty) is not only required, but it is in the best interest for the buyers of certain aircraft.

Where does this registration come from?
The Cape Town Treaty establishes the right for owners of these aircraft to grant an “Irrevocable De-Registration and Export Request Authorization” (IDERA) to a secured party. The treaty was adopted in the United States by The Cape Town Treaty Implementation Act of 2004, on August 9, 2004. This also establishes the “Civil Aviation Registry”. The effective date of these changes was March 1st, 2006.

Still confused about the Cape Town Treaty?
Well so am I. This thing was voted on and adopted with little if any fanfare in the aviation industry (except maybe the NBAA (National Business Aircraft Association)) but for most of us general aviation pilots it is a new requirement.

Even if you are not planning on flying internationally, when you buy a certain plane you will be required register the plane not only through the FAA but also through this international registry program called the “The Cape Town International Registry” (CTIR).

The CTIR was designed to protect financial interests in certain aircraft and engines. The International Registry is recognized by a number of countries (not all, but yes, the USA) as an additional place for the filing of interests, including prospective interests, in certain airframes, helicopters, and aircraft engines. From what can tell, countries like Canada and Mexico opted out of the treaty.

Depending on who you talk to, it appears to have been started by a big aircraft company that wanted to find a way to protect their interest in planes and engines around the world. It was decided that an international registry would be a way to keep control of those interests outside of the FAA’s boundaries. But what wasn’t really planned was the trickle down to the general aviation flying public. I’m talking owner/pilots of smaller twins and singles.

What planes are included?
Basically any airplanes that are:
1.Certified with at least eight (8) seats including crew; or carrying “goods” in excess of 2750 kilograms (6050 pounds).

2.Helicopters that are type certificated to transport: At least five (5) persons including crew; or “goods” in excess of 450 kilograms (990 pounds)

3.Jet propulsion aircraft engines with at least 1750 pounds of thrust or its equivalent.

4.Turbine-powered or Piston-powered aircraft engines with at least 550 rated take-off horsepower or its equivalent.

The registration process is fairly simple, but does require a procedure through a title company, registration with CTIR which is based; it appears, in Ireland and of course additional funds. This registration can cost the new owner into the thousands of dollars.

Do you have to do this even if you never plan on flying internationally?

Yes, it is a registration requirement. But also, it appears to be in the best interest of the buyer/owner and financial institution because the priority of your lien will be at risk. The explanation I was given was that a person or company could register your aircraft on the international registry (before you) and that registration would take priority over the FAA registration and they would be come the “owner” of your aircraft. IF that is true, you might have to pay the internationally registered “owner” to release your aircraft registration to you. This could be a nightmare. Fear of fraudulent filing makes it important to take this serious.

I am not an expert in this by any means. But I do think that if you own an aircraft that meets these registrations requirements such as a Cessna 421 or even a Malibu Jet Prop, you should look into it. Call your bank or go online to the FAA at:

http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/aircraft_certification/aircraft_registry/cape_town_treaty/

Still have more questions (I did) about the International Registry you need to go to the International Registry website at https//www.internationalregistry.aero.