Severe winds caused major damage to the historic Hangar B at the Port of Tillamook Bay, home to the museum.
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Call for Entries: The Richard Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots
Pilots aged 24 and younger are encouraged to write about their most memorable flight.
Air Tractor Releases Schedule for Maintenance Courses
The Maintenance Familiarization Courses are open to anyone seeking to enhance their technical knowledge and maintenance skills, company officials said, noting customers who recently purchased an Air Tractor aircraft are eligible to receive two training courses at no cost.
Picture of the Day: A Sight To Behold
Mike Matheny submitted this photo with a note: “An OV-10 Bronco on display at the National Naval Air Museum in Pensacola, Florida. This is the plane that I put ordinance on between 1971-1977 while in the Marines. I had not laid eyes on a Bronco in 57 years. It brought back a lot of memories. Semper Fi!”
Well, That’s Different
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.
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.