The Airport Based Restaurants map includes 398 on-airport restaurants and 528 within one-and-one-half miles of an airport.
General Aviation
Foundation creates pilot’s guide to O61
“Flying into a new airport is never easy and Cameron Park Airport has some tricky terrain issues to contend with,” foundation officials said, noting the airport also has some ground operations rules — “all which can be confusing to pilots unfamiliar with the environment.”
ASA releases new app for mechanics, updates pilot apps
Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA) has released a new app for aviation mechanics to help them prepare for the FAA Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Oral & Practical exams.
Carbon tracking contributes to Luscombe’s crash
A total loss of engine power due to a failure of the ignition switch from carbon tracking, which resulted in a forced landing and a subsequent impact with trees.
Picture of the Day: Soaring fun
Diana Layton submitted this photo and note: “The view from Civil Air Patrol’s West Virginia Wing glider cockpit while under tow above Petersburg, West Virginia.”
Canadian Air Force century celebrated at AirVenture
The 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) prompted justifiably proud Canadian military and civilian fliers and aircraft owners to bring warbirds and modern jets across the border for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.
Aviation summer camp inspires the next generation
A free aerospace summer camp was a hit in Florida. While the Aviation Connection summer camps have been held in Canada for seven years, this is the non-profit organization’s first summer camp in the U.S.
Girls in Aviation Day hits milestone
More than 30,000 girls across the globe are expected to participate in the 10th annual Girls in Aviation Day.
Piper M700 certified in Canada
The first M700 FURY delivery into Canada is scheduled soon, with additional international deliveries this year into Europe and Brazil as those certifications are obtained, according to Piper officials.