Avionics sales increased 5.4% in the first nine months of 2021, topping $1.7 billion.
A Raffle of Hope
Only 3,000 tickets will be sold for the raffle, which features a 1961 Piper Colt as the grand prize.
Boeing puts out call to CFIs to complete new survey
Boeing has teamed with the National Association of Flight Instructors on the survey, which is designed to gather information on “digital learning practices in early career pilot training.”
Pilot mistakenly takes off from taxiway
The Tower cleared me for takeoff, but did not say to use Bravo to get to the runway, which was behind me. Once cleared for takeoff I crossed both sets of dashed lines thinking I was on Runway XXR, but later realized I was aligned with a taxiway.
Picture of the Day: Takeoff
A 1940 Meyers OTW takes off at Pella Municipal Airport (KPEA) in Iowa in early fall 2021.
Tips for storing an idle engine
What is the best way to store an engine — whether it’s just for the winter or a much longer time as you finish your restoration project or homebuilt airplane? Here are several tips, covering both Continental and Lycoming engines.
Student research could be key to unlocking National Airspace for drones
The students are studying a back-up system that would be like a “fail-safe” for drones, adding an additional layer of control and safety, according to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University officials.
How do you feel about flying in the same airspace as urban air mobility operations?
A new survey wants your opinions on your willingness to fly in the same airspace as urban air mobility operations.
Aviation Survival Gear Kit introduced
Designed by a pilot, the kit includes items to help in case of an emergency, ranging from shelter and first aid, to water, fire, and rescue.