Karyn King submitted this photo and note: “Karyn King and pilot Joe Griffith flying over the Skagit Valley in Washington. The mustard bloom seemed to match the beautiful colors on our Nanchang CJ. A beautiful sight!”
The Biggest Little Air Show Enters Its Teen Years
The Hiller Aviation Museum recently hosted the 13th annual Biggest Little Air Show, featuring a wide array of remote control aircraft, from electric warbirds and 3D aerobatic models to gas turbine jets.
Electric Cosmic One Aircraft Makes Its Debut
Cosmic Aerospace has introduced the Cosmic One, a four-seat electric aircraft poised to benefit from the FAA’s new MOSAIC rules. Expected to be on the market in three years, the new plane is aimed at private owners, flight schools, and flight clubs.
Registration Opens for Free Take Flight With Aviation Influence
Registration is now open for the 2026 Take FLIGHT free event by Aviation Influence in Atlantic City. Join industry leaders, educators, and youth for an inspiring day of career discovery, hands-on STEAM activities, and immersive aviation experiences.
FlightSense Expands Platform To Flight School Operations
FlightSense, an AI-powered flight training platform used by hundreds of pilots, is expanding its capabilities to support full flight school operations. With new features for scheduling, dispatch, maintenance tracking, and invoicing, schools can now manage their entire business from one seamlessly integrated system.
Loose Throttle Knob Causes Takeoff Accident
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the outcome, was the pilot’s inability to control the engine following the loss of directional control due to the separation of a knob from the engine’s throttle control.
Picture of the Day: Throwback Thursday
Stuart Bain submitted this photo and note: “A T-6 and a Stearman at Bayport Aerodrome in New York. A throwback to World War II and the airplanes that made all of those pilots.”
Vintage Aircraft Shine at the West Coast Fly-In
The West Coast Cub Fly-In has been revamped to include a variety of other aircraft, with vintage aircraft, LSAs, and other models joining in the fun. The fly-in features flour-drop and spot landing competitions, as well as a chance to hang out with a close-knit community of passionate pilots celebrating aviation history.
Iowa Approves $10 Million for State Aviation Programs
The Iowa Transportation Commission recently approved $10.2 million for the fiscal year 2027 State Aviation Program. These grants will fund critical safety initiatives, airport development projects, and vertical infrastructure upgrades across dozens of commercial and general aviation airports throughout Iowa.