What has led the annual Ranger Fly-In to be one of the most anticipated events of the season for both pilots and aviation enthusiasts?
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First – and last — Reno Air Show draws crowds
Mix the headliners — the Blue Angels and the Snowbirds — with beautiful weather and the result was “big crowds” for the air show, according to officials.
Red Light, Green Light
What does a pilot with only a handheld radio do if this portable radio fails and there is a need to land at a Class D airport? The simple answer is use the still legal, although antiquated, light gun system.
Thunderbolts & Lightning: A Warbird rhapsody
The 2024 Central Coast AirFest had something for everyone: Civilian performers, warbirds, modern jets, vintage jets, and even more warbirds. No less than 26 warbirds took to the air during the day.
Flightstar president honored with Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award
The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award is the highest honor the FAA gives to pilots who have demonstrated professionalism, skill, and aviation expertise by maintaining safe operations for 50 or more years.
The bottom line on airport finances
Some pilots share a misconception of airport finances. Comments run along the lines of “Why should I be charged for that? The government funds airports, doesn’t it?” Well, yes and no.
The grandeur of the Grassroots Fly-In
Brodhead Airport (C37) in Wisconsin is “A Home for Grassroots Aviation” in every sense. These lovely, well-cared-for grounds are home to the Midwest Antique Airplane Club’s (MAAC) private, members-only Grassroots Fly-In, which is held annually the weekend after Labor Day.
Crowds celebrate Airport Expo Day at KLMO
The future of aerospace is great at Vance Brand Municipal Airport (KLMO) in Longmont, Colorado. At least, it sure looked great to an estimated 7,500 attendees who celebrated Longmont Airport Expo Day at KLMO in Colorado’s Front Range on Sept. 14, 2024.
The first flight after maintenance
Flying has always had its dangers — and one of the biggest dangers is flying an aircraft the first time after maintenance has been done to it.