General aviation pilots are helping to rush critically needed supplies to those affected by the catastrophic flooding along the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country.
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First flight: Sonex Highwing
“The flight was kept brief due to a passenger-side door latch issue, however, all engine temperatures were in the green and the aircraft handled as expected with only slight rigging adjustments needed,” company officials said.
The lure of lunch is strong
Was tasty food served in uniquely aeronautical settings a major driver of my quest to fly? No, it wasn’t even a consideration when I first got started in this business. But those mom and pop restaurants scattered from central Florida, to South Texas, to New England surely did provide a welcome perk that made all the studying, testing, and medical exams worth the trouble.
Cascade Warbirds host Fly Day and Party
During the Fly Day 10 pilots offered rides to members and special invited guests. It was a day filled with 32 flights, including two winners of the Cascade Warbirds scholarships.
ATP Flight School expands in Ohio
ATP Flight School is expanding its footprint in Ohio with two new training centers, in Columbus and Akron-Canton.
New exec director for Alliance for Aviation Across America
The Alliance for Aviation Across America, which advocates for general aviation and airports nationwide, has named Devin Osting executive director.
Iowa pilot solos 13 different planes on his 16th birthday
Sullivan Vande Voort celebrated his 16th birthday May 26, 2025, by completing solo flights in 13 different airplane types, ranging from a 1940 Meyers OTW to the Cirrus SR-20
Lawmakers target ADS-B data misuse
The Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act would block the use of ADS-B data for collecting airport fees or launching investigations.
30% gross weight increase STC for Super Cubs
The STC increases the certified gross weight of eligible PA-18 aircraft from 1,750 pounds to 2,300 pounds, offering more than a 30% boost in payload capacity.