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Opinion
It’s time to talk about pilots and depression
One area of concern that pilots of all ages shy away from discussing openly is mental health. Which is a shame because mental health is a critical component of overall health. Unfortunately, the FAA has historically been less than charitable toward flight crew members who utter the word “depression” in the wrong company, or admit to having issues with the real speed bumps found along the road of life.
The mighty Mars miracle
It’s nothing short of a miracle on so many fronts that a huge 1940s flying boat in flyable condition is offered for sale in 2022. And it can be yours — for $5 million.
Top-selling LSA in 2021
Zenith once again tops the list of best-selling light-sport aircraft, with Rans No. 2 in homebuilt aircraft. Van’s RV-12 took the top spot as the #1 fully-built LSA.
Can you crowdfund a flight training scholarship?
Learning to fly is expensive, but if a community comes together and everyone donates just a little, that could easily pay for the flight training for a new pilot every year.
Bulldozers target VNY
As for those bulldozers heading to VNY, I wish them blue skies and tailwinds.
Why is my engine running differently than most others?
I have had help from two different aircraft mechanics and they shake their heads. The don’t understand it. What is it with my engine that makes it run differently from most other engines? Have I overlooked something? Expert advice is needed.
Hire a CFI who works for you
The responsibility of picking a good CFI lies squarely on the shoulders of the customer, so pick your CFI wisely. They work for you, after all. Hire well.
Multigrade vs. single grade oil: Which is best for your airplane?
It’s the most often-asked question for our expert: What oil should I use in my airplane. Is a multigrade oil better? What about a single grade oil? And will switching between the two harm my engine?