My intent was to pick up a toy airplane. That’s all. It would take 10 minutes I thought. I’d be in, out, and on my way in no time. How hard could it be to find and buy a toy airplane after all?
Aviation News
Volunteer pilots help save endangered black-footed ferrets
An effort to transport 21 endangered black-footed ferrets from the Toronto Zoo’s breeding center in Ontario, Canada, to Northern Colorado, where they will be released into the wild.
New engine for Diamond aerobatic trainer
Diamond’s all-carbon fiber tandem turboprop aerobatic trainer is expected to be certified by the end of 2023.
Cutter Aviation acquires KGTU FBO
Cutter Aviation is the new owner of AeroJet FBO at Georgetown Municipal Airport (KGTU) in Texas.
Low altitude pass over snow-covered lake goes awry
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from snow-covered terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.
Picture of the Day: Cruising over the harbor
Konstantinos Rossidis submitted this photo and note: “Cruising over Pireus Harbor in Greece celebrating my CH701’s 20th birthday, 2001 to 2021.”
What if filing PIREPs were easy?
A new app makes it quick, easy, and painless to file a PIREP. Think of it as Waze for pilots.
Showcasing rare, restored aircraft at Reno
Applications must be submitted by Aug. 26, 2022, for the 21st National Aviation Heritage Invitational, which will be held during the Reno Air Races.
First-ever Ultralight Days celebrates 40th anniversary of Part 103 rules
Experts from throughout the ultralight community will share their knowledge during the Experimental Aircraft Association’s inaugural EAA Virtual Ultralight Days Feb. 22-24, 2022. The event includes 15 webinars spread over three days, available free of charge.