The Air Tractor 402B pilot reported that he was reading a map in an effort to identify the correct field to spray while maneuvering at low altitude in dark night conditions near Wellton, Ariz. While maneuvering in a turn he didn’t realize the airplane was descending and it subsequently collided with terrain. The wings and […]
Picture of the day: October sunset
Bob Martin sent us this photo, with a note: “Fulton County (Illinois) late afternoon October sunset. This intersection marks the location of the lane to my friend’s home. He is a retired United States Air Force pilot who flew and instructed in the F-111 fighter/bomber. I wanted to photograph his home, but it had already […]
Beware bumper sticker politics
My wife and I were having a perfectly lovely time. We were situated in a corner booth at Egg Haven, one of my home town’s more popular eateries, as our waitress whirled through the room with an energy level that seemed impossibly high for a Sunday morning. We were engaged in an activity long time […]
Video: What the runway sees
Gene Lee of TheHDPilot.com sent us this video, noting: “In a never-ending attempt to work on perfecting my landings, I tried using my GoPro cameras in a new way to record the details of what’s going on below the plane. See what the runway sees!”
NOTAM search tool continues to improve
New improvements have been made to the FAA’s notice to airmen (NOTAM) Search, including new filter and priority sorting options. “NOTAM Search is an ongoing project to improve pilot access to NOTAMs,” said Rich Boll, a member of the National Business Aviation Association‘s Access Committee. “Pilots’ ability to obtain NOTAMs in the National Airspace System has been a […]
University slates career conference
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — An exploration of career possibilities will take place during the annual Aviation Career Conference at 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 21 in the Harold White Aviation Center located on Lewis University’s main campus. This free conference is designed for anyone interested in a career in aviation. Informational sessions include various careers of interest, such […]
Five to be inducted into EAA Halls of Fame
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The Experimental Aircraft Association will recognize the contributions made to the world of flight by five aviators as they are inducted into the EAA Sport Aviation Halls of Fame on Nov. 5. The five aviators are: EAA Ultralight Hall of Fame: Leonard Milholland of Brookshire, Texas; International Aerobatic Club […]
Hill Aircraft celebrates 60th anniversary
ATLANTA — Hill Aircraft recently celebrated its 60th anniversary with a block party. Serving Fulton County Airport (KFTY), the FBO was originally founded in 1955 by Guy Hill, Sr., a decorated Navy pilot, aircraft mechanic and politician. “It was a wonderful event where the aviation community could come together and celebrate the success of one of their own,” said Anna […]
Tempus to take over flight school at Redbird Skyport
Redbird Flight Simulations and Tempus Applied Solutions have entered into an agreement in which Tempus will operate Redbird’s Proflight Academy and FAA-certified flight school in San Marcos, Texas. Tempus has acquired the FAA Part 141 Certificate that allows for commercial flight training and operations. Under the agreement, Tempus Training Solutions will operate the flight school at Redbird Skyport. […]