From youngsters experiencing their first flight to college students winning scholarships from unexpected places, the Dreamlaunch Tour kick off had something for everyone.
A Labor of Love: Keeping the Oldest Cessna 140 Flying
Jeremy King has always had a “crush” on the Cessna 140, so he jumped on the opportunity to buy one. Then he discovered it was the sixth 140 ever built.
Fight to Recover Stinson Seized by Tribe Continues
A Minnesota pilot is fighting to get his airplane back after the Red Lake Nation seized it following an emergency landing. While he’s handling the fight on his own, he’s asking for help for an even bigger fight: Protecting the National Airspace System.
More Than a $100 Hamburger: How One Pilot is Flying to Save Pets
Want to do more than just fly for a $100 hamburger? Rachel Jouppi shares how volunteering for Pilots N Paws can make you a better pilot while saving animals.
It Takes a Village
Sheridan Pilots 307, a flight school at Sheridan County Airport in Wyoming, is proof that while upgraded infrastructure is a boon to growth, it’s the people who make all the difference.
A Flight Planning App Built For Today
Famous for his around-the-world flight and YouTube channel, Matt Guthmiller has launched 8Flight, a next-generation EFB. Designed to rival market leaders, the app offers real-time AI weather, offline planning, and streamlined flight intelligence for a modern cockpit experience.
General Aviation Maintenance: What’s Working, What’s Not
A new survey reveals that the general aviation maintenance industry faces intense pressure from rising costs and persistent staffing shortages. Despite these hurdles, 92% of mechanics remain proud of their profession, demonstrating remarkable operational resilience.
Where’s Jamail? San Diego
Jamail Larkins, the FAA Ambassador for Aviation & Space Education, brought the DreamLaunch tour to San Diego, where he learned about a local affordable A&P training program and helped a pilot with his medical.
The Peril of Weekend Warriors
A new study suggests that many private pilots may be overestimating their proficiency, particularly in critical slow-flight maneuvers. Despite high confidence levels, data shows that infrequent flying and a lack of dedicated practice are quietly eroding essential safety skills.