A new app makes it quick, easy, and painless to file a PIREP. Think of it as Waze for pilots.
Showcasing rare, restored aircraft at Reno
Applications must be submitted by Aug. 26, 2022, for the 21st National Aviation Heritage Invitational, which will be held during the Reno Air Races.
First-ever Ultralight Days celebrates 40th anniversary of Part 103 rules
Experts from throughout the ultralight community will share their knowledge during the Experimental Aircraft Association’s inaugural EAA Virtual Ultralight Days Feb. 22-24, 2022. The event includes 15 webinars spread over three days, available free of charge.
Electronic Fuel Transfer Pump approved for Erco, Forney, Alon
The STC allows owners of ERCO 415-C, CD, D, E, and G, Forney F-1, F-1A, and Alon A-2 and A2-A aircraft powered by Continental O-200A engines to replace their engine driven pumps with the new system.
Pilot crashes while training for a tailwheel endorsement
The pilot receiving instruction’s loss of directional control on landing with a crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and the left main landing gear collapsing.
Picture of the Day: Flour bombing run
Vincent Maggiore submitted this photo and note: “A Zenith 750 STOL take offs for the 2021 Flour Bomb Competition at Old Orchard Airpark in Plattekill, New York. Pilot: Vincent Maggiore. Bombardier: Meaghan Cragan. First place finish!”
WaterWings: A fun learning experience
Getting your seaplane rating should be a fun experience, says Charles Welden, owner of WaterWings, a seaplane flight school near Birmingham, Alabama. “If you’re not having fun, then we have failed,” he says.
Heritage Flight to kick off Super Bowl
For the first time, an Air Force Heritage Flight of five aircraft will fly over the 2022 Super Bowl during the National Anthem.
New mechanic training program takes off
Students training to be mechanics will get a conditional letter of employment from MRO company FEAM and receive tuition assistance while in school.