When we find ourselves saying, “well, that’s different,” perhaps we could step back, consider the situation seriously, and acknowledge that seeking insight into how to best deal with an unusual situation is the smart move. And it’s the smart move every damn time.
Aviation News
Navigating General Aviation’s Transition to Unleaded Avgas
General aviation pilots and aircraft owners are asked to read the FAA’s draft Transition Plan to Unleaded Aviation Gasoline and comment on it before March 13, 2026.
New Flight Training Summit Set to Launch in 2026
The new Ascend Flight Training Summit replaces the annual National Association of Flight Instructors annual summit, with an emphasis on educational sessions.
The Blackhawk Group Acquires Silver Sky Aviation
The acquisition establishes Wasilla as the sixth location in The Blackhawk Group’s Performance Center Network, company officials noted.
Loose Connection Leads To Crash
Probable Cause: A total loss of engine power due to the loss of power to the electronic fuel injection and ignition system, which was the result of a loose connection between a common ground feed-through stud and the ground bus.
Picture of the day: Sunset training flight
Wes Wojciechowicz submitted this photo with a note: “On a sunset training flight with my instructor, stopped for fuel at Gallia-Meigs Regional Airport (KGAS) in Gallipolis, Ohio. His plane with the sun in the background.”
Questions from the Cockpit: Confusion Crossing the Country
Jimmy, a student pilot in Florida, writes: I’m confused about what seem to be overlapping definitions of cross-country flight, especially when it comes to what can or should be logged. I’ve talked to a couple of different CFIs at my school and I’m getting different answers. Can you help me sort this out?
Starting the New Year Right
EAA Chapter 534 in Leesburg, Florida, introduced 18 kids to the magic of flight on Jan. 3, 2026.
FAA Expands UAS Test Site Network for First Time Since 2016
The expansion of the test locations is designed to accelerate the integration of drones into the National Airspace System, including how they will share that space with manned aircraft.