For the first time ever, CAF Airbase Georgia is offering a bidder in its silent auction the chance to fly three warbirds, including a Stearman, LT-6, and the legendary P-51.
Epic Flight Academy Introduces A&P Test Prep Course
Epic Flight Academy has launched a new two-week A&P test prep course at its Florida and Kentucky campuses. Designed for experienced mechanics with an FAA Form 8610-2, the refresher program provides the tools needed to earn your airframe and powerplant certification.
Wiring Interference and High Speed Cause Runway Overrun
Probable Cause: The excessive airplane speed during a no-flap landing, and the pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the interference of the instrument panel wiring with the flight control system.
Picture of the Day: The Races Take Off
Lisa Bentson sent in this photo from the National Championship Air Races in Roswell, New Mexico, where she’s working as a volunteer on the tow crew. Her first towing task was the P-51 racer “Miss America.” The races, which took off Sept. 16, run through Sept. 20. This is the second year for the races in Roswell after nearly 60 years in Reno.
The Martin Mars Bomber: From Patrol to Transport
Originally designed as a massive World War II patrol aircraft, the Martin Mars bomber eventually found its true calling as a record-setting Navy transport. Discover how this mammoth seaplane transitioned from carrying bombs to hauling essential military cargo across the Pacific.
Girls in Aviation Day Prepares For Takeoff
Women in Aviation International is preparing for its 12th Annual Girls in Aviation Day, featuring 200 events worldwide on Sept. 19, 2026. Designed to spark interest in aviation and aerospace careers among girls and young women around the world, the events will feature hands-on activities, tours of airports and airplanes, and much more.
Bye Aerospace Awarded FAA Special Airworthiness Certificate for eFlyer 2
Bye Aerospace has reached a milestone as the FAA awarded a Special Airworthiness Certificate to its all-electric eFlyer 2. The approval clears the path for the two-seat training aircraft to begin flight testing.
Telescopic Windsock Pole for Agricultural Aviation and Private Airstrips Introduced
The Custom Windsock Co. has introduced a new telescopic windsock pole designed to make airstrip and hangar maintenance safer and easier. Extending up to 20 feet, the pole allows owners to inspect and replace windsocks directly from ground level without needing ladders.
Ag Pilot Forgets to Refuel For His Next Flight
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inattention to refueling during turn-around operations which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.