Launched in 1996, the WINGS program encourages general aviation pilots to continue training and maintain proficiency — all in an effort to prevent aircraft accidents.
Minnesota couple honored with Young Eagles Leadership Award
Since the early 2000s, Dave has flown more than 1,100 Young Eagles.
Emergency auto land system certified on TBM 940
Certification clears the way for new deliveries of TBM 940s that are factory-equipped with the emergency autoland system. For TBM 940s already delivered in 2020, the aircraft will be upgraded at TBM service centers.
Hartzell Odyssey prop now option for Cirrus SR22s
The four-blade Odyssey was specifically designed to maximize performance on the SR22 and SR22T.
Stall while landing fatal for three
Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering to land, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: Friendly wave goodbye
Brian Pankonin submitted this photo and note: “Kids were out at the airport so our friend in his J-3 did a pass down the runway when he left for home. Photo taken by my wife with her iPhone 11.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit […]
Every storm cloud has a silver lining
“I honestly don’t know if he would have soloed on his 16th birthday if I hadn’t had all this extra time.”
Finding a safe way to fly through COVID -19
Despite these uncertain times, some GA businesses — like Acadia Air Tours — have figured out how to keep flying safely.
Video: Landing on top of mountains
Learn from an expert how to safely land on mountain tops.