A flight review in a 1941 Stearman PT-17 bring some lessons and some proud moments.
General Aviation
Avionics sales top $3 billion for first time
Avionics sales were up 10.2% from 2018.
uAvionix redefines the transponder
tailBeaconX is a LED rear position light replacement that incorporates a 1090MHz Mode S ES ADS-B OUT transponder, Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS) Global Positioning System (GPS) position source, and dipole antenna.
Garmin Pilot app update incorporates IFR navigation tools
Features include visual procedure selector, custom holding patterns, and more.
Plane lands gear up in flight preparing for check ride
Probable cause: The failure of pilot to extend the landing gear during landing.
Picture of the Day: Super Cub over Coeur d’Alene
Mike Kincaid submitted the following photo and note: “Restored 1957 Super Cub on a brand new pair of Wipare amphibious floats over Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.” 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 Day are […]
Outdated aircraft oils
In more than 60 years there has been no significant change in aviation oils, even with all of the technical advances in lubricants.
EAA Sport Pilot Academy gets people flying in three weeks
The program takes you from first flight through the sport pilot checkride.
Free admission for pilots who fly their Pitts to SUN ‘n FUN
There will be a special parking area to showcase all the Pitts at the fly-in.