In other class results, Jon Sharp edged out Kevin Eldredge, both flying Sharp-designed Nemesis NXTs in an exciting finish in the Super Sport class. T-2 Buckeye pilot Rich Sugden won the Jet class. Chris Ferguson in Miss Gianna won the Biplane Gold race. The International Formula One class went to David Hoover in Endeavor. And the T-6 Gold went to Dennis Buehn in Midnight Miss III. Complete Reno details can be found at www.airrace.org.

SPORTPLANES PRESENTS NEW BREEZER II
Sportplanes.com announced the introduction of a new model, the Breezer II. Featuring a larger baggage compartment, an enlarged panel, and toe brakes that replace handbrake levers, the Breezer II will be certified as a Light Sport Aircraft (LSA). The Breezer II is a two-seat, low wing, all-aluminum LSA that includes a large panel with room for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) or Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) instruments. Qualified pilots may fly the aircraft at night or IFR. The Breezer II is manufactured in a new 17,000 square-foot facility in Germany, with expectations of 100 new aircraft produced annually by 2008.
For more information, visit www.Sportplanes.com.

CLIFF ROBERTSON NAMED ELDER STATESMAN OF AVIATION
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA), the oldest aviation organization in the United States, announced that Cliff Robertson is the winner of the 2007 Wesley L. McDonald Elder Statesman of Aviation Award. Robertson, a lifelong soaring fanatic, is an EAA member, a member of the EAA President's Council, and was the founding chairman of the EAA Young Eagles Program. Robertson is best known for his long career as a television and film actor.
The Elder Statesman Award was established in 1954 to honor outstanding Americans who have made contributions of significant value to aeronautics and have reflected credit upon America and themselves. Previous winners have included Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, and Scott Crossfield. For more information about NAA programs, visit www.naa.aero.

NEW ASTRONAUT CLASS APPLICATIONS ANNOUNCED
NASA is now accepting applications for the 2009 Astronaut Candidate Class. Those selected could fly to space for long-duration stays on the International Space Station and missions to the moon! To be considered, a bachelor's degree in engineering, science or math and three years of relevant professional experience are required. Typically, successful applicants have significant qualifications in engineering or science, or extensive experience flying high-performance jet aircraft. Teaching experience, including work at the kindergarten through 12th grade level, is also considered. Visit: www.usajobs.gov to apply. Additional information about the Astronaut Candidate Program is available by calling the Astronaut Selection Office at 281-483-5907 or by visiting www.nasa.gov/astronauts/recruit.html. NASA will accept applications through July 1, 2008.

FIRST FLIGHT OF SECOND D-JET
Diamond D-JET Serial Number (S/N) 002 made its first flight on September 14 at Diamond's London, Ontario, Canada facility. Daniel Ribeiro, Diamond's chief test pilot, conducted the 43-minute flight. "We expect a short development test program, and then the beginning of actual certification flight tests," said Peter Maurer, president. "In parallel, we are currently building the next three aircraft which will all participate in the certification test program." The D-JET is a five place luxury personal jet aircraft, powered by the FADEC-controlled Williams FJ33 turbine and equipped with Garmin all-glass flight deck and autopilot. For more information on Diamond Aircraft, visit www.diamondaircraft.com.

SYNERGYAIR OFFERS FIBERGLASS WORKSHOP
SynergyAir is hosting a weekend workshop Fiberglass Done Right, featuring demonstrations, instruction, and hands-on practice. Participants will learn tips, tricks, and techniques needed to make fiberglass perform, from lay-up to final finishing, according to SynergyAir press release. Fiberglass Done Right will be held in Synergy's facility on the Eugene, Oregon airport on September 28-29. The cost is $350, and registration is limited. For more information or to register, visit www.SynergyAir.com or call 541-913-0610.

ZENITH AIRCRAFT OPEN HANGAR DAY & FLY-IN
Zenith Aircraft Company will host its 16th annual Open Hangar Day and Fly-in on Saturday, September 29, at its factory at the Mexico Memorial Airport (KMYJ) in Mexico, Missouri. Aviation enthusiasts, especially builders and owners of Zenith Aircraft kit planes, are invited to drive or fly-in for the day. The event includes factory tours, aircraft displays, and several workshops, which begin on Friday. To learn more, or to register, visit www.zenithair.com/news/oh2007.html.

SPORTY'S SCREEN PROTECTORS
Protect your GPS or glass panels with peel-and-stick screen protectors available from Sporty's. The thin film protectors are scratch-resistant and anti-reflective, and laser-cut for a precise fit. Once installed, fingerprints wipe right off and protect avionics from scratches, according to Sporty's. Ranging in price from $18.95 for a hand-held GPS, to $89.95 for a complete glass panel system, the Screen Protectors can be ordered at www.Sportys.com, or call 800-SPORTYS.

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE IN ROTAX INSTALLATION WORKSHOP
There's still time to register for Quality Sport Planes' Rotax installation workshop slated for October 5-7 at the Cloverdale, California, Municipal Airport (O60). This could be your best opportunity to learn about the Rotax 912 ULS engine and how to install it in a light-sport aircraft (STOL CH 701). The hands-on installation will teach participants the many steps - and best sequencing - needed to successfully mount the engine and its systems (electrical, fuel, cooling, exhaust, controls, etc.) on their own kit aircraft. Call 707-546-6272 to register.