Before the two remaining airworthy Martin Mars aircraft are donated to museums, Coulson Aviation is offering “VIP” experiences for what company officials call a “VIP aircraft.”
You Can Fly Challenge takes off
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association launched its 2024 You Can Fly Challenge June 1, 2024, a six-month fundraising effort to benefit the AOPA Foundation and its programs to get more people into general aviation and to keep them flying safely.
American Flygirl published
The book is about one of World War II’s hidden figures, Hazel Ying Lee, the first Asian American woman to earn a pilot certificate, join the WASPs, and fly for the United States military amid widespread anti-Asian sentiment and policies.
Picture of the Day: Picturesque foggy morning
William Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “While the morning fog rolled into Elliot Field (09GE) in Georgia, this happened.”
Video: A unique view of the DC Flyover
A video posted to YouTube June 5, 2024, of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s National Celebration of General Aviation Flyover of Washington, D.C., includes previously unreleased footage and the best look yet at the epic aerial parade, according to AOPA officials.
First Tecnam P-Mentors delivered to US flight school
One month after receiving FAA Type Certification, the first Tecnam P-Mentors have been delivered to a flight school in Texas.
New monitor for oxygen systems debuts
The monitor allows pilots to monitor oxygen capacity in flight via an iOS or Android app, according to Aerox officials.
STC revision boosts Caravan power
With this revision, Caravans with a 5-blade MT-Propeller are now certified for a power rating up to 950 shp.
Picture of the Day: Got my white whale!
Hayman Tam submitted this photo and note: “A relatively uncommon Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise turboprop twin applies power moments before departure from San Carlos Airport (KSQL) in California. I had seen this aircraft at my local airport for many years, always tied down and secured, but it would change orientation so I knew it was being flown. This aircraft became my ‘white whale’ with me vowing to see it airborne at some point in my life. Today was that day, while I was photographing an event at the Hiller Aviation Museum I could hear the run-up of an unfamiliar engine. Sure enough it was the MU-2 on the other side of the runway, prepping for departure. Now to find another whale…”