Jim Roberts submitted this photo and note: “While doing some research on first flights of the Globe Swift, I received this wonderful photo from Swift owner and pilot Dominique Etourneau, based in Toussus le Noble (LFPN) near Paris. Intrigued by the parking surface, I asked Dominique if it perhaps dated to World War II. The answer is below:
Opera’s high flying star
Opera star Michael Fabiano, a private pilot who just earned his instrument rating, finds many parallels between his two obsessions: Flying and singing.
Having trouble understanding why flight training is under attack?
Have you heard of the threat to flight training but just aren’t sure what the full story is? A new podcast episode explains it in detail in just 30 minutes.
While future remains uncertain at PHDH, tenants get reprieve on evictions
A June 30 eviction date has been pushed to Dec. 31 as negotiations on the fate of the airfield — which is the number one drop zone for skydivers in the world — continue.
Sporty’s launches free home flight simulator guide
The free guide contains more than six hours of video content covering product reviews, tutorials, and software configuration. A resource section with a flight sim buyer’s guide, webinars, and training guide are also included.
Picture of the Day: Home of experimental aviation
Charlie Derk submitted this photo and note: “After I finished the build of my Van’s RV-10, I thought it was only fitting to take my first long cross country trip down to where it all began. I’ve been to First Flight Airport (KFFA) a number of times before, but its meaning is so much more when you show up with a plane you built in your garage — much like Wilbur and Orville.”
STOL pilot shares his tips for flying videos
Just how does Jon Humberd get those full airplane shots in his videos?
FAA accepts avionics technician apprenticeship program
FAA approval gives companies “another tool to grow their own and successfully recruit, train, and retain qualified technicians,” said Mike Adamson, AEA president and chief executive officer. “It is another critical step in our industry’s ongoing workforce development efforts and offers a new career pathway where individuals can simultaneously earn a competitive wage, gain knowledge with structured learning and on-the-job training, and achieve industry-recognized credentials.”
Head Up Display for GA approved
“SKYDISPLAY raises the proficiency of all pilots in all conditions and phases of flight given the reduction in pilot workload and significant enhancement to situational awareness,” company officials said in announcing the certification. “Simply stated, HUDs make flying safer. Critical flight information from the aircraft’s digital flight deck is displayed head-up.”