The headline in the tabloid press was: “Aerial Petting Ends in Wetting.”
Video: Do you know the difference between roger and wilco?
A video posted by Sporty’s in April 2019 gives a light-hearted review of pilot slang from senior flight instructor Charlie Masters. He explains many different slang terms, from the the difference between roger and wilco to the phrase you should never say on the radio. “At the very least, you’ll be able to keep up […]
New bill caps veterans flight training benefits
A similar attempt to cap VA benefits was defeated last year.
Latest FIS-B weather products added to Garmin’s GTN 650/750
These upgrades are available immediately from Garmin Authorized Dealers for hundreds of aircraft makes and models.
Alsim 172 sim gets FAA approval
The approval means student pilots can log up to 20 hours toward their instrument ratings and 50 towards their CPL certificates.
Window blows open during takeoff
Probable cause: The student pilot’s decision to attempt to close the cockpit window during takeoff and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control.
Picture of the Day: Ready for takeoff
Steve Harris submitted the following photo and note: “A takeoff in a Progressive Aerodyne Searey from one of the lakes in Canandaigua, New York.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of the Day are also considered for […]
Current? Yes. Proficient? Getting there
Where would you rate yourself on the learning line?
Twice as nice
It was repeat wins for this year’s winners of the Hayward Air Rally.