In real life I’ve only ever known two people who made it a habit of wearing cowboy boots in the cockpit. One is still with us. One is not.
Aviation News
The end of the fight for SMO?
“We will vigilantly continue to defend access to airports throughout our country.”
Customs facility opens at KCMI
The new facility is capable of clearing private aircraft, crew, and passengers arriving directly from international departure points.
Oklahoma State Aeronautics Director retires
He held the state’s top spot in aviation for 18 years.
Student’s decision to taxi through construction area bends Piper
Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper decision to maneuver the airplane through an area of construction and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from a concrete pole barrier while taxiing.
Picture of the Day: Flying on a perfect day
Bill Rodway submitted this photo and note: “With the new runway finished and inviting, a trip to the highest airport in the USA (9,934 feet) seemed inevitable. Gas at Lake County Airport (KLXV) in Leadville, Colorado, was inexpensive, and I made sure to get my ‘Certificate of Navigation’ from manager Brett Cottrell. Borrow the crew car and grab lunch at High Mountain Pies or the Golden Burro Cafe.”
Do we need another aviation organization?
I’m not cynical by nature so I feel a bit out of sorts with this column. My normal state is the belief that people far smarter than I do the hard work of sorting out the details for this type of idea.
The Complete Private Pilot updated
This is the 13th edition of the book. The accompanying syllabus has also been updated.
AEA scholarship applications now online
Deadline to apply is April 2, 2021.