Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper approach and landing flare, which resulted in a porpoised landing.
Picture of the Day: The best Christmas present ever
Ryan Weir submitted the following photo and note: “My 18-year-old Abbie Weir is now a third generation pilot who soloed on Christmas Eve. I was her instructor and I couldn’t be prouder. Looking on was her grandfather Dale Weir, who is also a pilot, along with several friends and family.” “I have been waiting all […]
Farewell OpenAirplane
People will tell you how great an idea is, right up to the point when they have to pull out their wallet.
Video: How to fly without ADS-B Jan. 1
The video walks you through how to fill out the form requesting a deviation for a flight without ADS-B.
Applications now open for more than $100,000 in scholarships
Since its inception, the AEA scholarship program has awarded more than $1.5 million in scholarships.
PrimeFlight expands with acquisition
Appearance Group has operations at more than 20 airports across the United States.
Piper bent after pilot inadvertently lands in safety area
Probable cause: The pilot’s inadvertent landing in snow adjacent to the snow-covered runway resulting in a collision with runway signs.
Picture of the Day: Having a blast
Sean Mulligan submitted the following photo and note: “After getting my Basic Rusty Pilot skills back up to snuff, it’s time to fly a tailwheel again after 20 years of not doing so. Having a blast flying a buddy’s beautiful Champ.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You […]
Now that’s something to get excited about
Excitement while flying can be good and bad.