A new film, “Into Flight Once More,” tells the stories World War II veterans, crews, and the reenactment of “Operation Overlord,” the code name for the Battle of Normandy, which took place on June 6, 1944.
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STOL Drag: Making good pilots better
A new training program makes history, earning FAA accreditation to teach pilots how to become STOL Drag race pilots. And even if those pilots never race, they still become better pilots, says STOL Drag’s creator.
Recovery continues for aircraft manufacturers
The general aviation manufacturing industry continues to recover from the pandemic, with sales during the first half of 2021 up in all categories of aircraft.
Video: How much it really costs to own an airplane
From the original $150,000 acquisition price to avionics, hangars, insurance, fuel, oil, and more, this aircraft owner breaks down what it really costs to fly his Bonanza.
Picture of the Day: Mount Saint Helens from an amphib
Matthew McCoy submitted this photo and note: “Mount Saint Helens crater under the wing of a Cessna 185 amphib.”
Check your tires on your phone
You can check your tire’s pressure and internal pressure using the new app.
Big data analytics for general aviation
As part of a “data transparency campaign,” Planephd.com has published a homepage for every aircraft in the United States. Users can “claim your plane” and assume ownership of their aircraft on the Planephd website, entitling them to update aircraft specs as appropriate and even write reviews on their make and model, sharing feedback on everything from the airframe, avionics, and even STC performance with the community at large.
Cirrus at Oshkosh: Aftermarket upgrades, new cargo system for Vision Jet, and more
A variety of announcements by Cirrus Aircraft on opening day cover everything from expansion at the company that’s creating new jobs to changes in flight training.
Power on the ground for GA
Designed specifically for experimental and certified general aviation aircraft, the ground power units provide airframe power for a variety of tasks, from avionics testing, troubleshooting and maintenance, and a powered preflight inspection.