“Limiting veterans’ benefits through a cap would restrict their access to these crucial career opportunities at a time when the industry needs them most.”
Aircraft Specialties Services earns FAA approval to rebuild Lycoming roller lifters
Rebuilt roller lifters save more than 50% compared to new.
Crosswind causes first solo to go awry
I caught myself thinking about how I am now 100% responsible for this landing and my instructor is no longer around to get me out of small mistakes that can turn into big ones. This sparked some fear in me as I approach the runway and clouded some of my decision-making skills.
Picture of the Day: A stunning sunrise
Rusty Eichorn sent in this photo with a note: “A stunning sunrise on the last morning of August 2024 at Northbound Seaplane Base in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.”
The latest on aviation lubricants
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is a time to discover new products, as well as catch up with old friends.
Wyoming lake opens to seaplane training
Through the efforts of J.T. Grainger, Seaplane Pilots Association Wyoming Field Director, and Steve Guetter, president of the Minnesota Seaplane Pilots Association, SES ratings can now be achieved on Lake De Smet in Wyoming.
Sporty’s introduces AeroWear X-1 Flight Jacket
Nothing says innovation and toughness like the X-1, the first aircraft to break the sound barrier, flown by General Chuck Yeager in 1947. Inspired by that, Sporty’s is introducing the AeroWear X-1 Flight Jacket.
Brothers crash while intentionally flying low
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain while intentionally maneuvering the airplane at low altitudes, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings.
Picture of the Day: Hangar after the storm
John Schmidt submitted this photo and note: “My friend, Greg Cardinal, gave me permission to share this photo he snapped of his hangar after a storm passed at sunset on the evening of Aug. 26, 2024, at Airlake Airport (KLVN) in Lakeville, Minnesota. Greg and his Pietenpol (classic build: No electric, hand-propped, tail skid, no brakes) are well-known in the Pietenpol community.”