Bill Clifford and Ace Prechtl of Long Island, New York, co-own Serendipity, a 1940 N3N-3 that Ace restored several decades ago. According to Bill, the the N3N is “just a wonderful airplane — the controls are all balanced so it handles great, it flies straight and level so nice, and it’s fully aerobatic. It’s an incredible airplane!”
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Free Runway Safety Town Hall for GA pilots
The FAA is hosting a free Runway Safety Town Hall for all general aviation pilots July 16, 2021. The live online event will offer best practices and a discussion from GA pilots, air traffic controllers, and runway safety experts. Discussion topics include preflight preparation, situational awareness, focused and clear communications, knowledge of runway geometry and signage, and more, FAA officials explain.
Sporty’s expands commercial pilot course
Sporty’s has updated and expanded its Commercial Pilot Course, which now includes 13 hours of in-depth training video, as well as Smart Study Session test prep tools.
AOPA opens applications for flight training scholarships
Deadline to apply is Feb. 14, 2021.
Pilots flock to South Carolina grassroots fly-in
A South Carolina family was pleasantly surprised when pilots flocked to their grassroots fly-in.
Going beyond the classroom
Student enrolled in AOPA’s High School curriculum got a chance to take flight at KGMU.
GA pilots needed for study on PIREPS
Pilots will be asked to review a six weather-related flight scenarios and record PIREPs as if they are flying.
What’s it worth to ya?
I have never met anyone, ever, who believed their life was better before they learned to fly.
Maintenance not done, but pilot takes plane for flight
Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.