The race begins at 8 a.m. June 21, 2022, when 50 planes will launch full throttle, 30 seconds apart, down the runway at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL) in Florida. From there, they will embark on a 2,548-mile course that ends June 24 in Terre Haute, Indiana.
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90th anniversary celebration of Amelia Earhart’s first solo across Atlantic
When Amelia Earhart landed in Derry, Northern Ireland, in May 1932, “no one had ever seen a woman driving a car, let alone flying an airplane or wearing trousers,” said Nicole McElhinney, co-founder of the Amelia Earhart Legacy Association. “Her fearless spirit was revolutionary, particularly for women, and continues to be an inspiration around the world.”
FAA revokes certificates of Plane Swap pilots
The two pilots involved in a failed stunt to swap airplanes in mid-flight have had their pilot certificates revoked.
General aviation aircraft brokers launch fundraising effort for Ukrainian refugees
More than $100,000 as been raised to support an orphanage in Romania that is housing Ukrainian refugees.
99s to gather in Charleston
The 99s will gather in Charleston, S.C., July 6-10, 2022, for their annual conference.
Work begins on new Tennessee general aviation airport
The state has appropriated $11 million in its fiscal 2023 budget to buy the land in Oak Ridge for the new airport, which is expected to open in 2025.
GA advocates go to court to stop East Hampton Airport closure
General aviation advocates file two motions in court to stop the planned closure of East Hampton Airport on May 17, 2022, and its conversion to a private-use airport that would require prior permission to land.
Why I Fly photo contest launches
“Every volunteer pilot has a ‘why’ for doing what they do,” says Kristinia Luke, executive director for the Air Care Alliance. “This contest is a fun way to promote volunteer flying and encourage pilot volunteerism by highlighting some truly inspiring reasons to volunteer.”
FAA offers spring training for general aviation pilots
The free workshop, designed to get general aviation pilots ready for the busy spring and summer flying season, also offers WINGS credit.