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.
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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.
Want to Fly Like a Red Bull Pilot?
“Pilots will notice the difference from the moment they advance the throttle. This upgrade isn’t just about better performance numbers — it’s about actually making the airplane even more fun to fly,” says a CubCrafters official.
N.C. Community College Introduces New Aviation Programs
Bladen Community College in Dublin, North Carolina, is preparing to launch an Aviation Management degree in the fall of 2026 and an Air Traffic Control training program in 2027.
Women in Aviation Opens 2027 Scholarship Program
Women in Aviation International has officially opened its 2027 scholarship program, offering over $200,000 to members pursuing flight training, engineering, and career advancement. Deadline to apply is Sept. 1, 2026.
FlightSimExpo 2026 Prepares for Takeoff
FlightSimExpo 2026 takes off June 12-14 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with seminars, an exhibit hall, and more. Can’t travel to the show? You can buy online access.
Stearmans to Fly In To Air Force Museum
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is hosting a rare gathering of historic Stearman biplanes, with more than 40 expected to fly in for the special event.
FAA and Flight Schools Challenge KFFZ Landing Fees
The FAA has officially stepped into the growing dispute over new landing fees at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona.