Do the yellow shapes surrounding cities on the VFR Sectional Chart show the appearance of the various cities’ lights at night? Our intrepid columnist investigates this colorful query.
Video: Mustangs in the morning
Fred Johnsen just posted still more video from EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021, including “Mustangs in the morning, a special formation flying by a Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire, the famous Tora! Tora! Tora! Pearl Harbor attack demonstration” and much more.
Flight sims: Tools or toys for pilots?
A free webinar takes a deep dive into flight sim for pilots, including how to choose the right system to fit your needs, mistakes to avoid when flying at home, and much more.
Free copies of AEA Pilot’s Guide available
The annual guide includes educational articles, information and data about “the ever-changing world of avionics technologies.”
Confused student pilot hits taxiway sign after trying to turn too fast
The student pilot’s improper decision to turn off the runway while the airplane was moving too fast after landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a taxiway sign.
Picture of the Day: First solo
Terry Hayes submitted this photo and note: “Joey McFadden with his instructor after his first solo. We all remember that awesome feeling of excitement after our first solo! Congratulations, Joey!”
A once-in-a-lifetime flight in a B-25
Mark it off the bucket list: Flying in the B-25 “Berlin Express” fuels the spirit of aviation.
Video: Candy Clipper
The short video features the Grumman Duck “Candy Clipper” from Fantasy of Flight in Florida, with owner Kermit Weeks sharing some fascinating facts about the bird.
Airfield guide tops 300 backcountry airfields
The guide lists backcountry airstrips in all 50 states.