Nov. 22 marks 50 years since JFK’s assassination changed the nation. Nov. 25 ended four days of shock with his sad funeral, modeled after that of Lincoln. The nation was bound together as one around its TV sets all weekend.... Continue Reading →
When pigs fly…
Posted on November 20th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
After a boffo debut last year, SUN ‘n FUN reconvened its “When Pigs Fly South BBQ Challenge” Nov. 15-16 in Lakeland, Florida. Expectations were high. But crummy weather muted the event, which drew 51 competitors this year. Continue Reading →
More than an aeronautical landmark
Posted on November 6th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
Flying VFR in New York City’s Hudson River Corridor, you’re now required to report abeam “Alpine Tower,” a longtime FAA visual reporting point. I was recently reminded of the radio pioneer behind that tower. Don’t know Edwin H. Armstrong? Know... Continue Reading →
History’s mysteries, from above
Posted on October 31st, 2013 by Drew Steketee
This year marks the 150th anniversary of a momentous year in American history. Events in and around 1863 changed us forever and left their traces on the land. We pilots have a “box seat” over such visible history in places... Continue Reading →
Dumb mistakes and dumb luck
Posted on October 7th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
The other week, we Florida east coast residents enjoyed a strong, refreshing breeze — welcome tonic after a long summer. The weatherman said it was out of the north, but flags on the beach weren’t parallel to the surf. Reminds... Continue Reading →
Canceling the Big Show
Posted on September 25th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s decision to cancel its annual convention and trade show made news this month. It certainly shows movement instead of “business as usual” under new president Mark Baker. I have some perspective to offer and... Continue Reading →
A Pink Aeronca? Not your imagination…Hers!
Posted on September 15th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
This is a tough one to write. But let’s take it from the fun part and get to bad news later. It’s about Elaine Huf, a lady who contacted me years ago about buying and restoring an Army/Air Force L-16.... Continue Reading →
A new life for this old veteran?
Posted on August 20th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
Its nose is seemingly tucked up to the Chevy dealership across the street in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. But this piston-era behemoth is in for more than an oil change. The Perna family wants to complete a DC-7-based restaurant for... Continue Reading →
GA in the military
Posted on August 4th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
There are warbirds at every airshow. Oshkosh, of course, is a feast. But what always grabs me are the veteran GA aircraft adapted for military use. They say to me that “our airplanes” are not toys, but capable, useful flying... Continue Reading →
Overwater lessons for Oshkosh and other summer fun
Posted on July 25th, 2013 by Drew Steketee
Some of us will be flying the Great Lakes soon to reach AirVenture or otherwise cruising some lake, bay, sound or shoreline towards cooler weather. I thought I’d call up last January’s ditching in the Hudson River Corridor to ponder... Continue Reading →
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