Specific models include Commander 112 and 112A, as well as Cessna 172A, 172B, 172C, 175A, 175B, and 175C.
Picture of the Day: Over the Chesapeake in a Cherokee
Thomas Bevard submitted this photo and note: “Flying my 1970 Piper Cherokee 180 over the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia. Just departed Tangier Island for a local seafood lunch.”
Women in Aviation 2023 conference breaks records
The 2023 conference attracted people from 32 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Ghana, Norway, Nigeria, Germany, and more.
Middle school students get up-close look at a C-17
A recent STEM program at the Aviation Museum of Kentucky gave students a chance to get inside a C-17.
AeroBrigham acquires heads-up display division from MyGoFlight
The new company, which will be known as AeroDisplay, will feature heads-up display (HUD) configurations for both general aviation airplanes and helicopters, according to company officials.
Picture of the Day: On the line at CYXY
Cheryl Goodwin submitted this photo and note: “Following the line crew back to our PA46 at Whitehorse/Erik Nielsen International Airport (CYXY) in Yukon, Canada, in the summer of 2022. We shared the line with our Canadian Governor General’s Challenger, as well as Yukon Air’s 737. Lofty company for our beloved plane — and hats off to the crew for first rate ground service!”
Is there really a DPE shortage?
During a meeting of Designated Pilot Examiners (DPE) and FAA personnel at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022, it was estimated that one-fifth of applicants never even qualify to start their FAA flight tests due to incorrect endorsements or inadequate pilot experience. These CFI errors waste applicants’ time and money while also squandering scarce DPE appointments, SAFE officials noted.
Regional flight training awards revealed
In addition to the regional winners, 32 flight schools and 65 instructors have earned distinguished awards, according to AOPA officials.
Limited edition Piper J-3 Cub model takes off
“You’d have to look far and wide to find a pilot who doesn’t like the Cub,” says Sporty’s President John Zimmerman. “This model is a fantastic memento from many pilots’ training experience.”