McSpadden discusses risk management on his journey, handling strong winds on the surface and amid the mountains; crossing high terrain; ferrying inactive airplanes; staying safe during a pandemic; and more.
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One Pilot’s View: The joy of landing
I think landings are like kissing a pretty girl.
Seaplane flights highlight of kids Hope Week
“It was a privilege to be a part of bringing a little joy and happiness to these kids.”
The silent killer in the sky
Now is the time to get informed about the dangers of carbon monoxide and what you can do to prevent exposure.
Go or No Go?
When is your flight a risk? When is careful being too careful?
Picture of the Day: Visiting European airports
Jose Marques submitted this photo and note: “Gibraltar Airport (LXGB) in Spain is one the many European airports I’ve visited in my Piper PA28 the last 15 years.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of […]
Garmin chief test pilot wins prestigious award
Tom Carr was honored with the award in recognition of his achievements as an experimental test pilot during the Garmin Autoland flight test program.
NBAA offers free Single-Pilot Safety Standdown
The free event will bring world-class expertise to pilots “pursuing mastery of their aircraft and top performance at all times,” NBAA officials promise.
Picture of the Day: Gear mirror
Greg Lutz submitted this photo and note: “A shot of the landing gear mirror on my 1960 Cessna 210 at 10,500 feet somewhere between Massachusetts and Ohio.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of the […]