McFarlane Alaska has officially acquired the T3 Tailwheel product line, with plans to expand manufacturing capabilities, increase inventory support, and spur new product development to enhance landing gear handling for popular taildragger aircraft.
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Pilots, Airport Advocates Request Fair Hearing on Burke Lakefront Airport
Advocates for Burke Lakefront Airport are urging the Cleveland City Council to schedule a public hearing regarding the mayor’s proposed closure of the facility.
Rise in TFR Violations Prompts NORAD Warning to Pilots
After a surge of restricted airspace violations over New York and New Jersey, NORAD is reminding all general aviation pilots to thoroughly review NOTAMs and TFRs before every flight. Careful preflight planning is essential to ensure national airspace security and prevent serious flight disruptions, as well as an escort from a military jet.
New Owner for KCOS Maintainence Provider
Fourth Front Aviation has acquired D&J Aviation’s operations at Colorado Springs Airport (KCOS).
Jet Stream Aviation Products Partners with Aero Detailing Academy
Jet Stream Aviation Products will support Aero Detailing Academy, which offers a four-week online aircraft detailing course paired with a two-day in-person, hands-on training experience.
Rare Jet Donated to Colorado College
A rare homebuilt Maverick TwinJet 1500 has landed at Aims Community College, bringing a new learning opportunity to A&P students.
DC-3s To Gather at Flabob Airport
The DC-3 Society is preparing to host its inaugural Operator Conference and Showcase at California’s Flabob Airport in December 2026. This historic three-day event invites pilots and aviation enthusiasts to celebrate the aircraft’s enduring legacy through public displays, educational programming, and special exhibitions.
What Can We Learn From Insurance Claims to Become Better Pilots?
In a new episode of SocialFlight Live, Jeff Simon talks with Mike Ginter from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s Air Safety Institute about the accident and incident data that the NTSB doesn’t see, taking a deep dive into Avemco Insurance Company claims data from 2012-2022. What can you learn from other pilots’ misfortunes to make you a safer pilot?
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall Erected at KRYV
The 80%-scale replica of the Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., was dedicated Memorial Day 2026 at Watertown Municipal Airport in Wisconsin.