Patrick Desgens submitted the following photo and note: “Having recently passed my private pilot checkride, I picked up my two sons at Bromont Airport (CZBM) and flew them back to my home in Quebec City (CYQB). We landed just as the sun was setting. I finally achieved my goal of flying with my boys. The […]
America’s first warplane the belle of the ball at Oshkosh 2018
A fully restored DH-4 was the center of attention at this year’s AirVenture in Oshkosh.
Fifth anniversary for world record
Five years later, Alexis Reichert’s world record for human-powered rotorcraft for women still stands.
Video: Density altitude and the triple H effect
A new video from AOPA’s Air Safety Institute answers all your questions about density altitude.
ASTM releases new standards for seaplanes
ASTM is releasing new standards for seaplanes and floatplanes to help determine appropriate water loads that occur during landing, taxiing, and takeoffs.
New edition in AMT series released
The fourth edition of Dale Crane’s “Aviation Maintenance Technician: Powerplant” has been released.
Fuel mismanagement leads to forced landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s fuel mismanagement, which resulted in fuel starvation to both engines and their subsequent loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: On cloud nine
Gord McNulty submitted the following photo and note: “Shown in their classic nine-plane ‘Big Diamond’ formation, the famous Snowbirds of the RCAF 431 Air Demonstration Squadron were among the highlights of the 2018 Community Charity Air Show at Brantford, Ontario, in August. The Snowbirds, flying the Canadair CT-114 Tutor, are now into their 48th season […]
Standing still too long
Columnist Ben Visser contends the general aviation industry has been standing still way too long. It’s time to focus on new technology — and a younger customer base.