The pilot’s attempt to land on water in an airplane that was not equipped with floats.
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Picture of the Day: Teaching the next generation
Ted Luebbers sent in this photo, with a note: “A&P Frank McCutcheon shows Squadron 534 aviation youth member, Emily Lininger, how to make a repair to EAA Chapter 534’s Zenith 701 aircraft in the hangar at Leesburg International Airport (KLEE) in Florida.”
Memorial Day fly-over kicks off summer
Summer in Idaho kicked off with a heartfelt salute on Memorial Day, as a six-ship formation of warbirds created a touch of patriotic magic in the skies.
The Impossible Turn debate continues
In Reality Check: The Runway Behind You, the AOPA Air Safety Institute tested the “impossible turn” using a Piper PA-18 Super Cub, a Van’s RV-4, a Cessna 172N, and a Beechcraft Bonanza A36.
STEM Flights expands into Michigan
During the May kickoff events in Michigan, STEM Flights partnered with Crosswinds Aviation, School of Missionary Aviation Technology, and the Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum. According to officials, 15 students participated in flight experiences with six pilot mentors from around the state.
Looking for a Father’s Day gift he’ll remember for a lifetime?
“We love to see the smiles on the faces of our riders when they return after a unique experience in our aircraft,” said CAF Airbase Georiga Rides Coordinator Stephen Hoofnagle. “Young or old, our passengers always enjoy feeling a bit of history as they buckle into one of our vintage aircraft. This is a great gift for the dad who has everything or the dad you want to honor with a memorable experience.”
Taylorcraft bent after pilot fails to properly secure it before hand propping
The pilot’s failure to properly secure the airplane before hand propping it, which resulted in the unmanned airplane moving and colliding with a fence.
Picture of the Day: A not so normal way to see Santa Cruz
Dr. Joe McMurray submitted this photo and note: “Flying my Super Decathlon over Santa Cruz, California.”
An antique fair-weather flyer
Iowa’s Mark Lancaster owns just one of nine Fairchild Model 24-Js on the FAA registry. He reports the antique airplane is “just fun and simple flying!”