Rahul Pathak submitted this photo and note: “Sunset approach in a Cirrus SR22T into Boeing Field (KBFI) from the east, with Mt. Rainier and downtown Bellevue in the background.”
The Final Push to 2.5 Million Young Eagles
The program is within 25,000 Young Eagles of reaching its goal of 2.5 million kids flown by EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.
AOPA Board Elects New Chairman
A new chairman of the board is named, while two long-time board members are not seeking re-election.
Aviation Sales Certificate Program Takes Off
The Aviation Professional Sales Certificate Program is designed to provide a structured pathway into aviation sales — an area of the industry that historically has had limited formal training options.
Skiplane Bent When Pilot Lands Between Runway and Taxiway
Probable Cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control while landing in soft snow, resulting in a nose over.
Picture of the Day: The $100 Hamburger
John Steffey submitted this photo and note: “My son, our dog, and my wife in the back of our PA-32. Family fun going for a $100 hamburger.”
A Full House for Roswell Racing
The Sport and Unlimited Classes will debut in Roswell in 2026 after missing the inaugural races in 2025.
Alabama University Launches Aviation Program
The program will offer three concentrations: Aviation Management, Commercial Aviation, and Public Safety Aviation.
New Novato Sunglasses Feature FAA-Approved Lenses for Pilots
For pilots and aviation professionals, the sunglass lens tint options are FAA-approved and non-polarized, providing clear visibility of cockpit instruments and digital displays while reducing glare, company officials said.