Aircraft: Cessna 172. Injuries: None. Location: Ozark, Mo. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot made two approaches to the north runway, but each attempt resulted in a go-around because he was unable to maintain runway alignment due to a strong crosswind. He decided to make the next approach to the south. While on final approach, the […]
Yeah, that’s not there anymore…
Normally I write this column in my office in central Florida. I’ve got one at Gilbert Field in Winter Haven, and another in my home where I do a considerable amount of my writing. It’s just more comfortable there. Let’s face it, there’s no place as inviting or as comfortable as home — except perhaps […]
Last chance to submit photos for The Photo Issue
Airplanes are among the most photogenic beings on — or above — earth. Have you taken a picture you are particularly proud of? Would you like to share it with our 92,000 monthly print readers? If so, send it to Janice Wood with image details by Oct. 14.
Mooney confirms comeback
KERRVILLE, Texas — After a five-year hiatus from manufacturing airplanes, Mooney will restart manufacturing at the beginning of January 2014. New funding from Soaring America Corp., a California-based company, will provide the capital to relaunch and sustain the legendary brand, according to company officials. Details of the financial arrangements will remain confidential, Mooney officials noted. […]
Pilots want mogas support from AOPA, EAA
There is a surprising gem among the results of the AVweb Avgas Survey published on Oct. 6. This statement really caught my attention: “Nearly two thirds of respondents told us they think AOPA and EAA should get more involved in trying to get mogas on more airports.” Five years ago, Barry DiSimone and I wrote […]
SocialFlight adds online events
SocialFlight, a leading source for general aviation events which now fuels the General Aviation News calendar, has launched support for online events such as live seminars, classes and simulcasted events, enabling pilots and aviation enthusiasts from around the world to participate in general aviation through events they can attend from anywhere in the world. Organizations […]
Greg Brown receives AOPA’s Let’s Go Flying Award
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has named Greg Brown, a noted flight instructor and general aviation advocate, as the 2013 recipient of its “Let’s Go Flying Award,” which recognizes the individual or organization that best demonstrates a passion and commitment to the future of general aviation. Brown was presented […]
AOPA names Best Flight School, Instructor and President’s Choice Award Winners
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Aircraft Owner’s and Pilot’s Association (AOPA) recognized the top flight instructor and flight school during its Aviation Summit 2013 when its Center to Advance the Pilot Community issued its best flight instruction awards based on a poll of more than 3,300 flight students. One individual was separately honored with the […]
Goodyear Blimp retires, becomes a snow bird
AKRON, Ohio — Like many Ohioans, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s Akron-based blimp, the Spirit of Goodyear, has become a “snow bird” and is leaving northeast Ohio’s snow and cold for a retirement in the sunshine and warmth of Florida. The blimp, which has been based at the company’s Wingfoot Lake Hangar since its […]