“At its core, instrument flying is about proficiency — not just staying legal,” said Eric Radtke, editor of IFR Focus. “This new site is a place where instrument pilots can stay current, challenge themselves, and pick up practical techniques they can use right away.”
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Grant awarded to repair backcountry cabin in Alaska
Crews will repair the front porch, outhouse, chimney system, entryway, and rear window. They will brush out around the cabin and stairs, install an RAF fire ring and a fire extinguisher. If time permits, they will reconstruct trails using lakeshore on-site gravel and repurposed lumber from demolition work, and repair the existing skiff haul out winch, according to RAF officials.
New agreement earns students college credit
Under the new agreement, students who complete the 9th, 10th, and 11th grade AOPA Foundation High School Aviation STEM Curriculum will earn up to 10 credits at Community College of Beaver County in Pennsylvania.
What’s it like to be a helicopter aerobatic pilot?
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has released its latest mini-documentary, “Wiiings Not Required,” featuring Aaron Fitzgerald, one of the world’s only helicopter aerobatic pilots and a performer with the Red Bull Air Force team.
Executive MBA program in aviation takes off at CU Denver
The Executive MBA in Aviation includes all the foundational knowledge of a traditional MBA, while immersing students in the interconnected elements that drive aviation, university officials said.
More than $500,000 offered in scholarships
This year’s scholarships are available to NGPA members at all stages of flight training, as well as those pursuing careers in other aviation-related pursuits.
New toolkit offers insight into transition to unleaded fuel
The new interactive toolkit, available at flyEAGLE.org, offers regularly updated insights into the U.S. piston fleet, fuel infrastructure, airport fuel availability, 100LL production and logistics, sales volumes, per-capita data, and more.
Utah backcountry airstrip now on charts
Officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation and the Utah Back Country Pilots report that Rustler Canyon airstrip near Bears Ears National Monument is the newest backcountry airstrip to be added to the aeronautical chart.
Fly-in fundraiser slated for Wings of Mercy
This event, which includes a pancake breakfast, the 20th annual Run for Wings 5K, a classic car show featuring the West Michigan Street Rod Association, formation flying demonstrations by the Hooligans, and much more, “has been a local favorite for years and a significant funding source for Wings of Mercy,” according to organizers.