Jon Griffin submitted the following photo and note: “My nephew Ben and I were treated to this gorgeous sunset over Seattle and Lake Washington while heading back to Renton Municipal Airport (KRNT) from the 2019 Flights Above the Pacific Northwest (FATPNW) New Year’s Day event to Skagit Regional Airport (KBVS) and the Heritage Flight Museum. […]
The last of its kind
The only remaining Ar 234 has been restored and is on display at the National Air and Space Museum.
Video: Can’t hold her back, even at 86
A video recently posted to YouTube shows the Ageless Aviation Dreams flight of 86-year-old Joan.
N.C. airports contribute $52 billion to state’s economy
The economic impact of North Carolina’s publicly owned airports is $52 billion.
FAA recognizes aircraft electronics technician certification
The FAA has approved a new way to certify Aircraft Electronics Technicians.
Six-phase alternators reintroduced
The new alternators will be priced similar to the previous factory rebuilt versions.
Cub’s forced landing due to stuck valve
Probable cause: The reciprocating engine’s exhaust valve being stuck in the “open” position, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during initial climb.
Picture of the Day: A day in Alaska
Sebastien Heintz, president of Zenith Aircraft Co., submitted the following photo and note: “Under the snow and ice is Sam Warner’s kit-built Zenith STOL CH 750 “Sky Jeep,” powered by a Viking Honda conversion, in (you guessed it!) Anchorage, Alaska. (Photo by Sam Warner) Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of […]
Geofencing for drones: Keeping the skies safe
Geofencing limits where drones can fly, helping to keep shared airspace safe.