The fun of a fly-in, plus raising funds for a worthy cause, creates a day to remember.
What a ride
The Recreational Aviation Foundation, a non-profit association of volunteers dedicated to preserving backcountry airfields for public access nationwide, is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023. “What a ride,” says RAF Chairman John McKenna, one of the original six founders of the Bozeman, Montana-based organization.
Looking to buy an airplane in 2023?
What will the market be like for general aviation aircraft in the new year? In a new video posted to the YouTube channel “Flying With Rich,” pilot and CFI Rich Manor gives his opinion on what to expect as far as prices and supply in the coming year.
New owner for Blackhawk Aerospace
Private equity firm New State Capital Partners has acquired the company, which will continue to operate as is, with management staying in place.
Picture of the Day: Charlie X-Ray and Shark meet up at Lorelei’s Restaurant
Hal Roberts submitted this photo and note: “Jeff Solum and I flew our SeaRey, Charlie X-Ray, alongside Kevin D’Angelo’s SharkRey in April 2022 to the Florida Keys. Our favorite lunch stop was pulling up on the beach for fish tacos at Lorelei’s Restaurant and Cabana Bar on picturesque Islamorada.”
New wing of Commemorative Air Force takes off
While new, the New England Wing of the CAF has achieved a lot in its short life, according to officials, including meeting all the requirements to have an aircraft assigned to the wing — a Fairchild PT-23 Primary Trainer.
New terminal dedicated at 3F7
The terminal, a $1.2 million project that started construction in 2021, concludes a seven year, nearly $9 million effort to completely renovate the airport, according to state aeronautic officials.
Flying to the Super Bowl?
FLY2RV.com, an online platform that allows pilots to reserve a recreational vehicle that is delivered to their destination airport, is sponsoring an RV camping venue for the 2023 Super Bowl.
Picture of the Day: New Year’s Eve over Sky Harbor
Stu Tracy submitted this photo and note: “Transitioning through Class B over Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (KPHX) in Arizona at 5,500 feet on a New Year’s Eve breakfast flight from Marana Regional Airport (KAVQ) to Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (KDVT). The plane is a 1973 Cessna Cardinal 177B we have owned for 34 years. Great way to end the old year.”