Driving to the monthly airport breakfast, I pass a sign on the outskirts of Madisonville, Tennessee, proclaiming, “Monroe County Airport…Making Flying Great Again.”
Keep the antiques flying!
Welcome to Antique Airfield in Blakesburg, Iowa, home of the Antique Aircraft Association (AAA). The organization, whose motto is “Keep the Antiques Flying,” hosted its 70th national fly-in Aug. 29-Sept. 4, 2023, and I was here to take it all in.
Young aviators soar at Triple Tree
I often tell people, “If you want to feel positive about life, just turn off the news and go hang out with a group of young people who are passionate about aviation.” There’s no better opportunity to practice this than the Triple Tree Aerodrome Young Aviators’ Fly-In in Woodruff, South Carolina.
Behind the scenes at an air show
While you may attend air shows regularly, you may be surprised at what goes on behind the scenes before and during the show to ensure everyone involved — from spectators to performers to the neighboring community — are safe.
Flying to SUN ‘n FUN? Be aware of changes to arrival procedures
If you are flying to the 2023 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, be aware that there are significant changes to the arrival procedure.
Airshow Racing Series debuts at Wings Over North Georgia
The Airshow Racing Series premiered at the 2022 Wings Over North Georgia Airshow, described by producers as drag racing with airplanes, featuring the drama of flat-out racing, combined with the smoke, sound, and high-G maneuvers that air show fans crave.
Airshow racing takes off at Wings Over North Georgia
Set for Oct. 15-16 at Russell Regional Airport (KRMG), the air show will feature performances by civilian and military acts, in addition to the inaugural Airshow Racing Series. Tickets must be purchased in advance as no tickets will be sold on the day of the show.
Lost and Found
This is just a small sampling of items found recently on the ramp, taxiways, and runway at my home airport, Knoxville Downtown Island Airport (KDKX) in Tennessee. Most were probably dropped by a careless pilot or passenger or left on an aircraft surface during pre-flight and then forgotten.
Young Aviators return to Triple Tree
After a two-year pandemic pause.