Harvey Martens submitted this photo and note: “A highly modified Cessna 180 performing a STOL landing at Carrizozo Municipal Airport (F37) in New Mexico.”
Aviation News
The Best 100 Years Ever
As we approach the 100th anniversary of Charles Lindbergh’s historic transatlantic flight, it is time to reflect on an incredible era in aviation and look ahead to what comes next.
Utah’s Keg Knoll Airstrip Now Open for Backcountry Pilots
Following three years of dedicated advocacy by the Recreational Aviation Foundation and its allies, Keg Knoll Airstrip in central Utah is now open for backcountry pilots.
Building An Airplane in Seven Days
The One Week Wonder aircraft building project returns to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2027. Attendees are invited to help the Aspiring Aviators Aero Club build a Zenith CH 750 Super Cruzer in just seven days.
Free Fly-In and Air Show Prepares for Takeoff at KSHR
Join the Sheridan Pilots Association for the 13th Annual Sheridan County Airport Open House, Fly-In, and Air Show on Aug. 22, 2026. This free Wyoming event features a morning pancake breakfast, an aerobatic air show, local aircraft displays, and a classic car show.
Mechanic’s Faulty Alternator Wiring Triggers Cirrus Engine Fire
Probable Cause: The mechanic’s improper installation of the alternator wiring connections, which resulted in electrical arcing and thermal damage to the airplane.
Picture of the Day: A Famous Hangar
Bruce Walters submitted this photo and note: “On my way back from Oshkosh a number of years ago with a group of flyers, the nice folks at the Rock Springs FBO convinced me to put 3WW, my RV-7, in their “famous hangar” for the night. It was made famous, apparently, since Amelia Earhart hangared there on her way to the West Coast. Light coming in the next morning was just right.”
Small Town Flair for a Growing Air Show
After a brief hiatus, the Truckee Tahoe Air Show returned in 2026 with a spectacular lineup, including aerobatic performers and historic warbirds to essential first responder aircraft.
Restored Film Shows the 1918 Aircraft Manufacturing Process
Step back in time with this newly restored, high-resolution 1918 propaganda film showcasing the intricate manufacturing process of World War I Albatros fighter aircraft. From woodworking to final engine assembly, this rare 10-minute documentary offers a look inside Germany’s historic Johannisthal factory.