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Opinion

From 0 to 100 in just eight years

By Ben Sclair · February 27, 2020 ·

Blaise Kessler is the 100th teen to earn their private pilot certificate at the Aerospace Center for Excellence.

The perfect airplane

By Jamie Beckett · February 25, 2020 ·

Both the C-150 and the J-3 were the perfect airplane — at least for a time they were.

Turbo vs. naturally aspirated engines

By Paul McBride · February 23, 2020 ·

The best advice is always ask lots of questions, review the logbooks carefully, and be certain to have a good pre-purchase inspection by a well qualified maintenance technician.

Video: Tropical winter getaway

By Ben Sclair · February 22, 2020 ·

Good Plane Living YouTube Channel Vacation Video

General aviation is a great way to travel for a family vacation. If you have patience.

A tool of the trade

By Jeffrey Madison · February 20, 2020 ·

The Leatherman multi-tool is one I’ve seen many a pilot sport. Apparently, it’s so well loved it’s even found its way into reports to NASA’s Aviation Safety Reporting System.

Questions from the Cockpit: Dense about density altitude

By William E. Dubois · February 19, 2020 ·

I’m sure that you recall that the speed indicated on your airspeed indicator is pure fiction 99.9% of the time.

A flight review to remember

By Jamie Beckett · February 18, 2020 ·

A flight review in a 1941 Stearman PT-17 bring some lessons and some proud moments.

Outdated aircraft oils

By Ben Visser · February 17, 2020 ·

In more than 60 years there has been no significant change in aviation oils, even with all of the technical advances in lubricants.

Up, up, and away

By Jamie Beckett · February 11, 2020 ·

The Aspiring Aviators Aero Club was formed to support, encourage, inspire, and mentor high school students as they explore their interest in aviation.

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