Graham succeeds air show legend Sean D. Tucker, who served as Young Eagles chairman since 2013. As he moves into the full chairman role, Graham is the seventh person to hold that position, joining Cliff Robertson, Gen. Chuck Yeager, Harrison Ford, Sully Sullenberger, Jeff Skiles, and Tucker.
Microair launches T3000 skySuite
The suite includes the T3000 skyNav navigation sensor and instruments, the T3000 skyWave Nav Comms, and the T3000 skyLink Mode S and ADS-B transponder.
New WASP watch unveiled
Abingdon Co. has expanded its Legends Series of pilot watches with the new GunMetal WASP Watch.
Who has the right of way?
I couldn’t takeoff and have enough vertical clearance over the helicopter, so I applied maximum braking to avoid a head-on collision with the helicopter. Both main tires blew out and I shut down the engine on the runway.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise at OSH
Bob Hayes submitted this photo and note: “Awesome weather at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024. Archer N6063H has once again made a problem-free flight. After 20 years of coming, she has been very dependable year after year, I feel very lucky to be a part of the Hagerstown Flying club and having access to her, and living in this great country where we have the freedom to fly.”
Human Factors: Fuel factors
At the accident site, an Amazon warehouse parking lot in Akron, Ohio, investigators found no fuel in the 1973 Cessna 172M’s tanks, lines, or carburetor bowl — and only trace amounts in the fuel filter.
New design revealed for flying car
The Switchblade flying car now has a sleeker body shape and new thruster design.
Infinity Flight Group expands
After a “soft launch” for the past six months at Trenton-Mercer Airport (KTTN), flight training provider Infinity Flight Group has unveiled plans to open a second location at Treasure Coast Airport (KFPR) in Ft. Pierce, Florida, in January 2025.
STC approved for Yukon Propeller
The new Yukon prop, designed for the Caravan, is 19 pounds lighter than other props.