FlightSimExpo 2026 takes off June 12-14 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with seminars, an exhibit hall, and more. Can’t travel to the show? You can buy online access.
Stearmans to Fly In To Air Force Museum
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is hosting a rare gathering of historic Stearman biplanes, with more than 40 expected to fly in for the special event.
Cirrus Debuts New Annual Flight Review Course
Cirrus has launched its new SR Series Annual Flight Review Course to promote continuous, structured pilot training. Designed as a half-day session with an instructor pilot, this program helps aviators master critical flight skills while simultaneously satisfying mandatory FAA requirements.
Plane Ends Up in Swamp When Pilot Loses Control During Go-Around
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a loss of airplane control during the go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to properly configure the airplane’s flaps during the go-around.
Picture of the Day: Shadow Flight
Blake Werner submitted this photo and note: “We were in the run-up area preparing to depart from Benton Field (O85) in Redding, California, for a late afternoon training flight and I loved our cartoonish shadow.”
FAA and Flight Schools Challenge KFFZ Landing Fees
The FAA has officially stepped into the growing dispute over new landing fees at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona.
Private Equity Firm to Acquire Continental
Arcline Investment Management will acquire Continental Aerospace Technologies from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China in a deal worth $535 million.
Free Upset Recovery Webinar Series Launches
The Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Association, International’s free quarterly webinar series takes off June 17, 2026, with experts sharing guidance to help pilots and training providers reduce the risk of Loss of Control In-flight.
Aeronca Crashes in River
Probable Cause: A total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the pilot’s delayed application of carburetor heat.