The guide explains all the symbology for FAA sectional, terminal area, flyway planning, helicopter route, en route low- and high-altitude, and oceanic route charts, as well as standard terminal arrival routes, standard instrument departures, and instrument approach procedures.
Picture of the Day: Sunset flight
Kent Shoemaker submitted this photo and note: “Probably a picture that all pilots have taken. Getting the plane ready for an evening flight.”
The real cost of failing your check ride
You just failed your check ride. Besides the hit to your ego and your confidence, there also will be a big hit to your wallet: About $1,600, according to some estimates.
The National Aviation Hall of Fame reveals Class of 2023
Two iconic history-making pilots, two groundbreakers in aviation policy, an Apollo-era astronaut, and a commercial aerospace pioneer and one of the richest men on the planet, make up the Class of 2023 for the National Aviation Hall of Fame.
New name for KAFW
The 33-year-old airport is now Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport.
Picture of the Day: A pair of Carbon Cubs in the desert
Pete Dougherty submitted this photo and note: “A pair of Carbon Cubs in the desert near the 2022 High Sierra Fly-In in Nevada.”
Who was the first in flight?
While the aviation community celebrated the first flight on Dec. 17, History.com posted a story that questioned whether the Dayton brothers were really the first in flight.
Video: WWII ace’s promotion to brigadier general
Of Wings & Things columnist Frederick A. Johnsen, who is also the force behind the Airailimages YouTube channel, recently posted a video of the honorary promotion to brigadier general of Bud Anderson, beloved World War II fighter ace and postwar test pilot.
Zenith workshop returns to Southwest Texas in 2023
The hands-on workshop will take place Feb. 24-25, 2023, at Boerne Stage Airfield (5C1).