Expect the unexpected.
Always wanted to see the runway at ATL?
As a general aviation pilot, seeing a runway up close at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) probably isn’t going to happen — in your airplane. But you can run on it during the 10th annual Mayor’s 5K on the 5th Runway.
The last line of defense for general aviation pilots
Designed for his own use in his Lancair 360, Nidal Robb and his colleagues at Microkit Solutions developed the Landing Height System as an additional tool for pilots to fly — and land — safely. Now they’ve introduced another safety-enhancing product.
Not thrilled about sharing the sky with drones? You’re not alone
A fleet of drones patrolling New York City’s beaches for signs of sharks and struggling swimmers is drawing backlash from an aggressive group of seaside residents: Birds.
Words of wisdom from CFIs
The latest issue of FAA Safety focuses on aviation educators. Among the articles is one that caught my eye: “Words of Wisdom from Flight Instructors,” by Nicole Hartman and Rebekah Waters. What words of wisdom would you share?
Flying away from fear
Axios Tampa Bay recently posted a cool story about the “Mooney Anomaly,” an effort between artist Matt Kress and pilot Liam Hawkins to conquer their fears, as well as inspire others to follow their dreams.
It’s never too late to chase your dreams
A heartwarming story from KSDK News in St. Louis features 96-year-old Evelyn Kidd and her recent flight over St. Louis, a flight that was “70 years in the making,” according to the news report. It’s well worth the three minutes to watch it.
What we can learn from accident reports
Among the most popular features in General Aviation News are the NTSB accident reports and excerpts from reports made to the Aviation Safety Reporting System (NASA reports). Readers share the lessons they’ve learned to avoid similar mishaps.
Colorado pilots volunteer to fly patients after bridge closes
“We have the ability to do it and it gives back to the community and to people in need. You know, we’re pilots. We like to fly and we just thought why not volunteer some of our time and do it and see what happens.”