Smitty Smith of FunPlacesToFly.com recently posted a video that features a collection of Stearmans from over the years of attending airshow and fly-ins. “The Boeing Stearman was used as a military trainer aircraft,” he notes. “At least 10,626 were built in the US during the 1930s and 1940s.” https://youtu.be/CFFozx2l81I
Hurricane relief takes flight at VNY
VAN NUYS, California —Van Nuys Airport (VNY), Pegasus Elite Aviation, Van Nuys Airport Association and Operation Gratitude recently concluded a relief drive for victims of hurricane-affected areas in Florida. The collection drive, which ran from Sept. 26 to Oct. 9, 2017, received items desperately needed by the communities in hard-hit areas. More than 8,000 items […]
MGL Avionics launches Vega line of instruments
MGL Avionics has introduced the Vega Series of 2-1/4″ singles for experimental and Light-Sport Aircraft. The Vega range consists of 12 color display aviation instruments, including AHRS units, Altimeters with VSIs, Airspeed Indicators, Temperature Monitors, Fuel Computers, RPM Indicators and Manifold Pressure Indicators. Each instrument has multiple display and customization options, according to company officials. Using […]
Beach landing bad for Piper pilot
According to the pilot, he intended to perform a touch and go “to roll the tires” on a beach in Old Harbor, Alaska. He reported that he touched down, added power, and became airborne. Shortly after becoming airborne the Piper PA-18-150 rotated 90° to the right, and the left wing hit the ground. The airplane […]
The early bird
Ben Carlson sent in this photo with a quick note: “Early morning departure from Cougar Mountain Airfield (49WA) in Yelm, Washington.”
Awesome by choice
When I was 15 years old I knew exactly what I wanted to be when I grew up. That’s rare, it seems. More often than not teenagers have very little idea what they want to do for a living. In my case, I pursued my dream for far longer than most young men chase their […]
What states top the charts for general aviation?
A new post on The Robb Report notes that more Californians, Floridians, and Texans own private aircraft than residents in the other 47 states. The three are also the most active states for general aviation. Based on data from the FAA and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), the report shows that No. 3 Florida […]
EAA Halls of Fame honor five aviators
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) will recognize the contributions made to the world of flight by five people Nov. 9, 2017, when they are inducted into the EAA Sport Aviation Halls of Fame. The five inductees are: EAA Homebuilders Hall of Fame: Rob Hickman of Canby, Oregon; International Aerobatic Club Hall of Fame: Frank Christensen of Wilson, […]
Affordable USB charging ports for experimentals introduced
Belite is now shipping its new USB charging ports for experimental aircraft. The ports are designed to support charging requirements up to 2.4 amps and also feature soft backlighting, easy installation, and are also compatible with Battery Charging (1.2) standards, according to Belite officials. “These USB charging ports are easy to install and look great too,” […]