While flight training is getting safer according to an updated report from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Air Safety Institute, there is still “plenty of work to do, particularly in mitigating the risk of loss of control in flight.”
A banner year for general aviation
“For the first time in more than a decade, the general aviation manufacturing industry has eclipsed 4,000 aircraft delivered,” officials with the General Aviation Manufacturers Association report.
STOL competition returns to SUN ‘n FUN
Pilot from across the nation are expected to participate in the STOL Invitational at the 2024 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo.
Ohio association offers $5,000 scholarship
The Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association (ORBAA) is awarding up to a $5,000 scholarship to students working towards a career in Business Aviation. Applications are due by March 31, 2024.
Near miss for pilot at wrong altitude
For some reason, when I got to 4,500 feet, I leveled off thinking it was an appropriate altitude. I remained on this heading for about five to 10 minutes when my ForeFlight-equipped iPad alerted me that it was overheating.
Picture of the Day: Patiently waiting
William Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “A Beechcraft Bonanza awaiting customer pickup at Elliott Field (09GE) in Dawsonville, Georgia.”
What’s the harm in turning the prop by hand?
Why does our engines expert advise aircraft owners not to turn the prop by hand?
Pennsylvania university launches aviation program
Gannon University has launched a new Aviation & Business Management degree program in partnership with Fundamentals Flight Training at the Erie International Airport (KERI) in Pennsylvania.
Cactus Fly-In celebrates 66th year
The March 2, 2024 show will be held at Casa Grande Municipal Airport (KCGZ) in Arizona.