Thomas Hoffmann submitted this photo and note: “Volunteer and a mobile windsock at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022.”
Video: Working ATC at Oshkosh
In the latest episode of ForeFlight’s Between Two Wings, ForeFlight’s Jay Wiles talks with Renee Spencer, one of many air traffic controllers the FAA brings in each year for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Learn about the different places controllers work throughout the week, including many places outside the tower. Renee also describes the process for controllers to be selected for the show each year.
Hartzell Propeller opens online flight gear store
Hartzell Propeller has launched the new Hartzell Flight Gear Merch Store with a wide selection of Hartzell-branded T-shirts, sweatshirts, vests, polos, and hats. The company has also produced a limited-edition EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 T-shirt.
Garmin introduces height advisor for experimentals and LSA
Garmin has introduced the GHA 15, which uses radar technology to provide height above ground level (AGL) information on G3X Touch flight displays for experimental aircraft and light-sport aircraft (LSA).
Picture of the Day: North Forty Maule rat
Gary Lanthrum submitted this photo and note: “My Maule tied down in the North 40 parking area of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022. I used a VERY long selfie stick to get this perspective that shows the sea of airplanes around my tie-down spot.”
One step closer to FAA’s proposed changes to LSA
The FAA has released a pre-publication version of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for the long-awaited MOSAIC package of aircraft certification, which will expand opportunities for light-sport aircraft (LSA).
New online service allows you to train with a CFI anytime, anywhere
InstaCFI’s roster of instructors features a wide range of experience and can provide advanced instruction beyond private pilot training, such as a mock oral exam in preparation for a check ride, written test prep assistance, weather briefing guidance, and more.
Airforms baffles OK’d for Cessna 172s
The new baffles have undergone individual PMA approval and can be purchased as standalone units or as a complete set, according to Airforms officials.
Picture of the Day: Happy flying
Guido Bouckaert submitted this photo and note: “While at the North Sea Flying Club at Ostend-Bruges Airport in Belgium, when a man tried to climb a ladder into heaven (although he’s a pilot too), a seabird came to tell him how to proceed once airborne.”