While I agree that it sure seems like a lot of airplanes are running out of gas, to be honest, I’m surprised it doesn’t happen more often. And the reason for that boils down to two issues: First, there’s no way to know how much gas you have in your tanks, and second, there’s no way to know how much gas you’ll need for your flight.
Opinion
A mentor flies west
I hope everyone who reads this memorial has the good fortune in life to meet their own Dave. Someone who cares for us and guides us, not because they’re expected to, but because they can.
I found the young ‘uns
If you restrict your search for “young ‘uns” to SUN ’n FUN and AirVenture you are likely to be disappointed.
The end of the beginning
Who knows where Sam will be in 43 years, let alone in five years?
The attack of the white Cessnas
There are white Cessnas all over the sky. It’s almost impossible to tell who is where and what their intentions are because a variety of voices are identifying themselves identically.
The art of B-29 test beds
A mystery about nose art on B-29s used for research and testing is solved.
A world of opportunity
Aviation has every job that exists outside aviation — and it has pilots too. There are a whole world of opportunities in this business. Pick the one that’s the best fit for you and pursue it.
An interesting public offering
In addition to selling really cool planes, CubCrafters is also selling a lifestyle. And that lifestyle appears to be a growing one.
What is fueling high gas prices?
Even with the lead out, the price and competition in the avgas market will probably not change much.