As Valentine’s Day approaches, men around the globe are preparing to ask the most important question of their lives: Will you marry me? And many who want to make the proposal unforgettable turn to the skies — and the seas. Seaplane tour operations around the country report an uptick in proposal flights around this time […]
Memphis Belle restoration continues, with unveiling set for May
DAYTON, Ohio — Restoration on the B-17F Memphis Belle – the first U.S. Army Air Forces heavy bomber to return to the United States after completing 25 missions over Europe – continues to move forward at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Since the aircraft first arrived at the museum in 2005, museum […]
KAPA celebrates golden anniversary
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Centennial Airport is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with a year-long commemoration. Pilot, author, speaker and safety expert Captain Chelsey “Sully” Sullenberger will headline a special anniversary luncheon in Denver, sharing his credo of “leadership by personal example” as well as the life lessons that prepared him to handle the unprecedented […]
Perlan Mission II prepares for takeoff
BRS Aerospace, a provider of aircraft parachute solutions for small aircraft, recently completed the installation of its custom ballistic whole aircraft parachute in the historic Perlan 2 experimental space glider as part of preparations for the 2018 season of Airbus Perlan Mission II. Last September, the Perlan 2 sailplane accomplished a record-setting powerless flight to […]
Latest edition of FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook released
Last updated in 2008, the new edition of the FAA’s Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—General (FAA-H-8083-30A) is designed for instructors and applicants preparing for the FAA Knowledge and Practical Exams. It is also an invaluable reference guide for already-certificated technicians and those holding the Inspection Authorization (IA) rating who wish to improve their knowledge, according to […]
Dragging landing gear turns out to be bad decision
The pilot was flying over a snow-covered dry lake bed near Park Valley, Utah, and decided to “drag” the left main landing gear to “better assess the surface condition.” When the Cessna 210’s tire touched down, he reported, “Drag rapidly increased and sucked the aircraft down.” He attempted to abort the landing by adding full […]
Picture of the day: Maiden flight
Glenn Martin sent in this photograph for Picture of the Day, explaining: “A 2017 Waco YMF at the factory in Battle Creek, Michigan, prior to its maiden flight.” Would you to like have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via the form below today’s picture or send it to […]
It isn’t a pilot shortage, it’s a compensation shortage
Not long after Mark Baker joined the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) as president, I was at a breakfast the AOPA Foundation hosted at SUN ‘n FUN. Following a briefing from Mark, he called for questions. “What’s your opinion of the pilot shortage we’re starting to hear so much about?” asked a fellow attendee. Mark’s […]
Zenith STOL wins bush pilot competition in New Zealand
OMAKA, New Zealand – Deane Philip’s Zenith STOL CH 701 took just 12.6 meters (41.33 feet) to take off and rolled just 14.7 meters (48.22 feet) after landing at the Feb. 3, 2018, New Zealand Bush Pilot Championships. Second place was another Zenith STOL aircraft, piloted by Chris Anderson, followed by a Rans S6 for […]