The online course covers the use of VFR flight following, sectional charts, pilot-controlled airport operations, and other aspects of flying for fun that can be forgotten after spending a few years on flight decks, according to AOPA officials.
California airport association annual conference breaks records
This year’s event marked a milestone, being the highest-attended conference since its inception in 1997, with more than 170 attendees from across the state, according to officials with the Association of California Airports.
AirCam featured on Sporty’s 2024 Christmas ornament
Sporty’s 2024 Christmas Ornament features the “sleek design and adventurous essence” of the AirCam, according to Sporty’s officials.
Picture of the Day: Pilots to the Rescue
Susan Loricchio submitted this photo and note: “Driving in to my local north Jersey airport, Essex County Airport, I spotted a pleasant surprise in the parking lot, causing me to flash an automatic grin. Some desperate animals are about to get a new lease on life. I was not only smiling for the rescued animals, but proud of the pilots and their support team who make it possible — everyday heroes in the pilot community.”
Zenith Homecoming celebrates the past and the future
Kit aircraft manufacturer Zenith Aircraft Company hosted its 33rd annual Homecoming fly-in and open hangar days Sept. 20-21, 2024, at its headquarters at Mexico Memorial Airport (KMYJ) in Missouri.
Sporty’s unveils 50 Fun Flying Destinations Guide
New from Sporty’s is the 50 Fun Flying Destinations Guide, a digital guide that showcases flying destinations across the United States, each selected for its unique charm, aviation history, or must-see attractions.
Dynon autopilot certified for Mooneys
Dynon Certified’s autopilot — available as an option for its certified SkyView HDX avionics system — is now FAA approved for all Mooney M20J and M20K aircraft.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise north of the Arctic Circle in Finland
Ari Tamminen submitted this photo and note: “Tuula Herva took this misty early morning picture of Erkki Herva’s Nando Groopo Trail in Lake Marrasjärvi, Finland.”
Air Safety Institute releases early analysis of SR22 crash
On Sept. 28, 2024, a Cirrus SR22 crashed at First Flight Airport (KFFA) near the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Sadly, the aircraft’s pilot and all four passengers perished in the accident.