Jackson County Airport (KJXN) plans to launch a non-profit in 2027 offering free aviation maintenance training to high schoolers, funded by an accelerated adult program.
Opinion
Another Set Of Eyes
You likely have a regular mechanic. Do you ever let another perform your annual inspection?
Human Factors: When Over and Above Isn’t Enough
A March 2024 accident where the engine failed “without warning” raises the question of whether an “old school” technique might be able to catch problems newer tools miss.
Who Are The Big Three Decision Makers in Aviation?
The decision to fly involves a series of decisions based on available information. Whether regulatory, contractual, or based on personal limitations, the legality and safety of flight comes down to us in the long run. So choose wisely.
Aerial Firefighting: 800 Gallons At A Time
The Fire Boss is aviation’s ultimate hybrid: An Air Tractor AT-802 turned elite firefighter. Discover the high-stakes world of water scooping, the veteran pilots behind the stick, and how this niche fleet dominates global wildfires.
From Sewing Machines to Sky Ships: The Lycoming-Zeppelin Connection
Our engines expert tells the tale of how a rumor led to Lycoming powering the famous Goodyear Airships.
The Evolution of Greenhouse Liberators
With a crew of 10 — and that number cycling through the system from 1941-1945 — plus thousands more Americans building and maintaining B-24s, the Liberator touched more families in this country than any other aircraft of the war. Chances are, if your family has been in the U.S. four generations or so, you have an ancestor whose path crossed with the B-24 during World War II.
DIY Is Where It’s At
Building an airplane teaches kids so much more than the names of airplane parts. They develop the ability to work as part of a cohesive team. Real world problem solving is a constant feature of the program. They even get to wrestle with financial considerations of damaged parts needing to be repaired or replaced. There will be damaged parts. Believe me.
Moving Into the Future with 1930s Engine Technology
Are we stuck with ashless oils and poor performance forever in aviation piston engines or is there a way out?