The new name is a testament to the “tremendous growth and awarded accomplishments” the Commemorative Air Force’s Dixie Wing has achieved over the last 35 years.
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2020 WINGS Sweepstakes winners named
10 pilot are sharing $10,000 as part of a program to encourage participating in the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program.
Team Zenith STOL the show in New Zealand
Two Zenith aircraft took top spots at the 2021 Bush Pilot Championships in New Zealand.
Call for entries: National Aviation Heritage Invitational
Deadline is Aug. 15 to enter your aircraft in the competition of aircraft that are at least 45 years old and in airworthy condition.
Want to fly your Cessna to Oshkosh as part of a mass arrival?
For many pilots, arriving at the world’s largest airshow in a mass formation is on their bucket list. If you own a Cessna and you’re interested, registration just opened for the 2021 show.
DPE Model Code of Conduct released
Designated Pilot Examiners are the front line for aviation safety, with consistency, standardization, professionalism and ethical practices key to the aviation safety, officials say.
In the market for an airplane?
The new AOPA Aircraft Guide has specifications, performance information, and more on nearly 90 aircraft currently in production.
How do you feel about urban air mobility?
Researchers are asking general aviation pilots to fill out the survey detailing their opinions on urban air mobility.
National General Aviation Award winners named
Every year for more than 50 years, the General Aviation Awards program and the FAA have recognized aviation professionals for their contributions to general aviation in the fields of flight instruction, aviation maintenance/avionics, and safety. This year’s winners are Ronald Timmermans of Orlando, Florida, 2021 Certificated Flight Instructor of the Year, Michael Dunkley of Coshocton, Ohio, 2021 Aviation Technician of the Year, and Adam Magee of Swisher, Iowa, 2021 FAA Safety Team Representative of the Year.