Wouldn’t it be more effective it the FAA just prohibited pilots from getting “busy or distracted” while in the cockpit?
SUN ‘n FUN unveils business incubator
The ELEVATE Aerospace and Logistics Business Incubator, which will be on the SUN ‘n FUN campus at Lakeland Linder International Airport, is expected to open in June 2022.
2019 to 2021’s most memorable aviation records
The National Aeronautic Association has determined the 11 “most memorable” aviation records from 2018 to 2021, including four related to airplanes, one for model aircraft, and one for a balloon pilot.
New VFR into IMC safety campaign launches
“VFR into IMC is among the top five causes of fatal GA accidents, which are largely preventable,” said ASI Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden. “And it’s not only VFR pilots who get trapped — about one-third of these accidents involve instrument-rated pilots.”
Pilot hits tree while herding cattle
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree while maneuvering at low altitude.
Picture of the Day: Moose Camp
Rob Hansen submitted this photo and note: “This photo of Ginger, a 1951 Piper Pacer, was taken at moose camp located in West Cook Inlet, Alaska. It’s not much of a landing area, but the blueberries are worth it.”
At the table or on the menu
When the RAF started traveling to D.C., it was just to be in the room where policy is discussed and hashed out.
AOPA fly-ins slated for Washington, Florida, and Texas
The Hangouts will be Sept. 9-10 at Felts Field Airport (KSFF) in Spokane, Washington, and Nov. 4-5 at Tampa Executive Airport (KVDF) in Tampa, Florida. The Aviator Showcase will be June 16-17 at Fort Worth Alliance Airport (KAFW) in Texas.
Vote now for your favorite paint scheme for the One Week Wonder
Help pick the paint scheme for the Sonex Waiex that will be built in just seven days during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022.