Megan Vande Voort submitted this photo and note: “Despite crazy hot temperatures, Antique Airfield is ready for flying and fun this Labor Day weekend. This pretty polished Cessna 140 sparkles in the sun in front of the main hangar on the field.”
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The Welcoming Front Door to Aviation
Airplanes & Coffee started as a simple idea to bring people to the airport. Six years later, this Texas-based group has hosted dozens of events, provided over 1,100 free discovery flights, and awarded 29 scholarships to help build general aviation.
General Aviation Sales Up in First Six Months of 2026
The first half of 2026 brought growth to the general aviation industry. According to a newly released report, both aircraft shipments and overall billings experienced increases.
Microsoft Flight Simulator Unveils New National Championship Air Races Expansion
Microsoft Flight Simulator is launching a National Championship Air Races expansion this October. The update includes both high-speed circuit racing and head-to-head STOL Drag competitions.
McFarlane Introduces Flex MD23 Digital Meter for Caravans
McFarlane Aviation has introduced the FAA STC-approved Flex MD23 Volt/Amp Meter, a digital replacement for legacy electrical gauges in Cessna 208B Caravans. The two-inch instrument simplifies electrical system monitoring by combining the meter and selector switch into one display.
Slat Retraction Leads to SuperStol Crash
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain.
Picture of the Day: Lunch Break
Jackie Burch submitted this photo and note: “Enjoying a sunny picnic lunch at a fuel stop at 108 Mile Ranch in British Columbia on the way to Alaska following the Alaska Highway.”
Powerplant Failures Leading Cause of Fatal Business Aviation Accidents
The National Business Aviation Association’s second quarter 2026 safety analysis reveals that powerplant and component failures were the leading cause of fatal business aviation accidents.
FAA Reaches Milestone With 100th Surface Awareness Initiative System
The FAA has installed its 100th Surface Awareness Initiative (SAI) system. The surveillance technology uses ADS-B data to help air traffic controllers track aircraft and vehicles in real time, even during poor weather or low visibility.