The new name “more accurately represents the aircraft’s high-tech all-electric propulsion system,” company officials said.
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Wing Over the Rockies subject of new PBS series
Each 30-minute episode features an in-depth look at an iconic aircraft or artifact at the museum.
Air Force museum to open new D-Day exhibit with augmented reality
Museum visitors will experience the reality of the D-Day airborne mission in an up close and personal way never possible before, according to officials.
Miracle Flights to host free family drone festival
The carnival will feature aerial acrobatics performed by drone experts, plus classic carnival games, interactive STEM activities, food, and live entertainment.
Bird strike bends Beech 99
Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird during the approach.
Picture of the Day: B-17 training complete
Glenn Brasch of AirportCourtesyCars.com, submitted the following photo and note: “The B-17 ‘Sentimental Journey’ recently stopped by Ryan Field (KRYN) in Tucson, Arizona, for lunch after the crews completed their annual recurrent training with the FAA.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. […]
What you don’t know…
You’re not cool if you fly off without the information you need to know before you go.
New STOL contest launching in Minnesota
The goal is to have a good time and to make this an annual event, according to organizers.
Texas Aviation Hall of Fame Class of 2019 inducted
The four inductees in the Class of 2019 join 76 other luminaries in the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame.