Gary Weissel sent in this photo for Picture of the Day, explaining: “Transitioning Class B airspace over the busiest airport in the world — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (KATL) — in my 1974 Cessna 172M enroute to Alexander Memorial Airport (GA2) in Williamson, Georgia, for a $100 burger lunch. Lunch was great, but the views over […]
Review, revise, reap the benefits
After years of requiring applicants to operate a complex aircraft in order to earn a commercial pilot certificate (single-engine airplane) or a flight instructor certificate, the FAA recently reversed its own standards to allow commercial applicants and CFI applicants to take the practical test in an aircraft that isn’t complex. No retractable gear, no constant […]
SUN ‘n FUN capital campaign takes off
Now that SUN ’n FUN 2018 is over, that doesn’t mean that work stops on the grounds of the fly-in at Lakeland-Linder Regional Airport (KLAL) in Florida. “We are just starting a capital campaign to add a $4 million expansion to the front of the Aerospace Discovery at the Florida Air Museum,” reports SUN ’n […]
King’s drone students can now study offline
Aspiring Drone Pilots can study when they are offline by using the free KING Companion App for iPad or iPhone together with King Schools’ Online Drone Pilot License Test Prep Course. The app allows students who are preparing for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test to download their lessons, including all text, graphics, […]
True Blue Power introduces AC-to-DC Voltage Converter
True Blue Power has introduced a 2,000-watt, AC-to-DC voltage converter. The TC2000 is ideal for aircraft with AC electrical systems that require 28-volt DC power, according to company officials. The voltage converter delivers 28-volt DC power to in-flight entertainment systems; interior and exterior lighting; and in-seat, cabin and cockpit USB power. One TC2000 powers more […]
Aeroplane Apparel Company debuts
Aeroplane Apparel Company has introduced its collection of clothing to celebrate our nation’s rich aviation heritage. The new online clothing retailer showcases T-shirt designs made in the USA. Highlights of the new company’s clothing line include four distinctive T-shirt categories, according to company officials. The first, known as the Adventure Collection, is comprised of T-shirt […]
Piper prop hits tree
According to the pilot, on short final during landing, he thought he had cleared the trees on the approach end of the private airstrip in Shulin Lake, Alaska. He aimed for his landing spot, but the propeller struck a tree and the Piper PA-18 hit the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the both […]
Picture of the Day: Morning in Hells Canyon
Richard Mayes sent in this photo for Picture of the Day, explaining: “Spring has finally arrived in Northeastern Oregon and the wildflowers are blooming in Hells Canyon. It’s a perfect time to enjoy a morning at Dug Bar on the Snake River.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? […]
Unleaded avgas: A hot button issue
In a previous column, CYA, the FAA and the new unleaded avgas, I discussed the problems the FAA may have with the new proposed unleaded 100 octane avgas. In addition to the lower octane characteristics of the avgas, one of the big concerns is exhaust valve recession. I received a number of responses to the […]