The future of aerospace is great at Vance Brand Municipal Airport (KLMO) in Longmont, Colorado. At least, it sure looked great to an estimated 7,500 attendees who celebrated Longmont Airport Expo Day at KLMO in Colorado’s Front Range on Sept. 14, 2024.
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Living With Your Plane directory tops 700 airparks
I’m certain there are more, but I’ll need your help to point them out to me.
Applications open for Flying Musicians Association scholarships
The Flying Musicians Association (FMA) is now taking applications for two scholarships: The FMA Solo Learn to Fly program and the FMA Swing Wing scholarship to the New York Hot Jazz Camp.
Microburst ends training flight
The airplane’s encounter with a microburst during initial climb that resulted in a loss of altitude and subsequent collision with a tree.
Picture of the Day: Flying over Denver at night
Brandon Lincoln submitted this photo and note: “Flying out of Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (KBJC) over Denver.”
The first flight after maintenance
Flying has always had its dangers — and one of the biggest dangers is flying an aircraft the first time after maintenance has been done to it.
New AOPA president named
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has named Darren Pleasance to serve as its new president and chief executive officer, beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
Tickets now available for Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony
The Hall of Fame honors Kentuckians who have made outstanding contributions to aviation and aerospace, and this year’s event will recognize three individuals whose achievements have shaped the industry.
Leaky valve ends training flight early
At 2,000 feet the engine sputtered and we lost fuel pressure and I noticed we had four gallons of fuel. I knew at this point we were losing fuel.