Flying yesterday and tomorrow is the theme for the 2020 FAI Young Artists Contest. Running since 1986, the FAI Young Artists Contest is an international art competition that is open to children from 6 to 17 from all FAI Member countries. Each year, a different theme is chosen, both to guide the young artists and […]
Pivot head wrenches now available in sets
The tools are available in plastic holders that cover a variety of tip combinations.
Piper hits barn after thwarted takeoff
Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to continue to attempt to take off despite the airplane’s inability to attain a positive climb rate, which resulted in little runway remaining, and his subsequent decision to turn off the runway, whic
Picture of the Day: That’s All Brother
Jim Roberts submitted the following photo and note: “Early morning engine run for “That’s All Brother,” the lead “Pathfinder” C-47 for the D-Day invasion of June 6, 1944. Photo was taken at SUN ‘n FUN 2019. “This aircraft, operated by the Commemorative Air Force, will once again drop paratroopers over Normandy as part of the D-Day […]
What goes up…
Adding safety systems, such as a parachute, can go a long way toward increasing the functionality of your drone.
Flight Training Experience Survey now open
The survey closes July 31, 2019.
Sporty’s introduces aviation weather course
The course gives the basics of weather safety and pro tips on avoiding in-flight hazards.
EAA Museum to open D-Day exhibit on 75th anniversary
Items in the new exhibit are from EAA’s collection of World War II memorabilia, along with rare artifacts from veterans and collectors.
Last chance to register online for FlightSimExpo
ORLANDO – Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on Tuesday, June 4, for FlightSimExpo. Starting June 5, prices will increase, organizers note. Online registration is $80, and includes two-day tradeshow floor access, panels and seminars, a conference bag, drinks and appetizers, and a six-month membership with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). The event also […]