Probable Cause: The distraction of the pilot during the taxi, resulting in a ground collision.
Picture of the Day: Fall sunset
Henry Spang submitted this photo and note: “Enjoying the fall sunset at Pearson Field Airport (KVUO) in Vancouver, Washington, on Halloween eve 2025.”
Unless GA is grounded
“Who knows, maybe general aviation will be grounded. And if that grounding sticks, that would be the end of General Aviation News.”
CAP discontinues glider program
CAP officials cited the organization’s “aging fleet, limited instructor pipeline, and increasing maintenance demands,” as well as the fact that the program was reaching less than 6% of cadets annually as the reasons behind the decision.
Texas A&M aviation program prepares for takeoff
The degree program will offer a professional pilot pathway and an aviation management pathway, according to university officials.
Adventure Flying takes over mid-Atlantic sales for CubCrafters
Adventure Flying will manage new, used, and kit aircraft sales across six states: Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Van’s vs. vulture
Probable Cause: A bird strike to the airplane’s vertical stabilizer during an approach for landing.
Picture of the Day: Short sleeve flying
Ryan Weir submitted this photo and note: “Last of the short-sleeve fall flying in a Stearman flight over Lake Tapps in Washington with Mount Rainier looking on.”
Air show premieres and a retirement
While the government shutdown canceled the headlining Blue Angels, the California International Airshow Salinas featured a lineup of performers, including the retirement performance of Bob Freeman.