In a new episode of SocialFlight Live, Jeff Simon talks with Mike Ginter from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s Air Safety Institute about the accident and incident data that the NTSB doesn’t see, taking a deep dive into Avemco Insurance Company claims data from 2012-2022. What can you learn from other pilots’ misfortunes to make you a safer pilot?
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall Erected at KRYV
The 80%-scale replica of the Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., was dedicated Memorial Day 2026 at Watertown Municipal Airport in Wisconsin.
Diamond DA-62 Training Program Lands at Raleigh Exec Jetport
The $6,999 four-day training program, which takes off July 6, 2026, includes eight hours of flight time and 12 hours of instruction.
SeaRey Crashes When Muffler and Tailpipe Separate From Plane During Flight
Probable Cause: A total loss of engine power due to the exhaust muffler and tailpipe assembly separating from its attach points and impacting the propeller.
Picture of the Day: Reaching For The Sky
Diane Gaskill submitted this photo and note: “The Rocky Mountains reach for the sky above us. A breath-taking view from a Cessna 182 at 13,500 feet.”
Human Factors: Higher and Heavier than Calculated
What can we learn about density altitude and its affect on airplane performance from this June 2024 accident?
Want to Fly Like a Red Bull Pilot?
“Pilots will notice the difference from the moment they advance the throttle. This upgrade isn’t just about better performance numbers — it’s about actually making the airplane even more fun to fly,” says a CubCrafters official.
N.C. Community College Introduces New Aviation Programs
Bladen Community College in Dublin, North Carolina, is preparing to launch an Aviation Management degree in the fall of 2026 and an Air Traffic Control training program in 2027.
Women in Aviation Opens 2027 Scholarship Program
Women in Aviation International has officially opened its 2027 scholarship program, offering over $200,000 to members pursuing flight training, engineering, and career advancement. Deadline to apply is Sept. 1, 2026.