David Sandidge submitted this photo and note: “After dinner in San Diego, one lucky couple will be whisked off to Las Vegas for an all expenses paid weekend. The benefit ball helps thousands of underprivileged children in the region annually. My employer is one of the sponsors and donates the use of his Merlin III for the mission. These are some of my favorite flights. I took this photo while waiting for the winning couple to arrive at Signature Aviation at San Diego International Airport (KSAN).”
ADS-B privacy bill highlighted in Congressional hearing
“If ADS-B is being used by, I’ll say bad actors, to monetize airport landing fees, that’s going to discourage folks from employing ADS-B or adopting ADS-B in the first place or turning it off,” said Rep. Bob Onder, who has introduced a bill that would prohibit the use of ADS-B data to collect airport fees.
Air Force museum debuts two new special exhibits
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has debuted a rare Soviet MiG-25 in its Cold War Gallery and will soon open a second special exhibit, Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin & The Art of War, arriving the week of Dec. 20, 2025.
uAvionix software upgrade includes integration with ForeFlight
The update allows pilots to plan a route in ForeFlight, push it directly to the AV-30, and have the autopilot follow the flight plan, uAvionix officials explain.
Cowling strikes windshield after separating in flight
Probable Cause: A failure of the engine cowling right side latch pin and fasteners, which resulted in the partial separation of the engine cowling during flight.
Picture of the Day: Lily and a Flying Knight
Dave Cohen submitted this picture with a note: “I love flying Young Eagles events in my 1967 Cessna 172H “Lily.” As the Dean of the Lynn University College of Aeronautics, I was able to join some of our instructors, who participated in a local Young Eagles event with one of our Lynn “Flying Knights” Skyhawks in Belle Glade, Florida.”
McFarlane Aviation acquires South Seas Ventures FAA-PMA product line
The acquisition expands McFarlane’s reach across the general aviation market and reinforces its ability to provide parts for legacy aircraft, especially Beechcraft Bonanzas and Barons, according to company officials.
QAA named recommended service facility for Sky-Tec products
As the official recommended service facility for Sky-Tec products, QAA is the only facility authorized by Hartzell Engine Tech to perform repairs on Sky-Tec PM and LS series starters, whether installed on certified or non-certified engines, according to Hartzell officials.
CFI attempts go-around with full flaps extended
Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper decision to attempt a go-around with full flaps extended, which resulted in decreased climb performance and led to a collision with trees.