More than 100 aircraft, including 40 antique and classic aircraft, flew in for the 2025 show.
General Aviation
Sporty’s Introduces the Smith & Wesson Captain’s Flashlight
The aviation flashlight features red and white LEDs.
Carb Ice Brings Down Bearhawk
Probable Cause: A loss of engine power as a result of carburetor ice. Contributing to the outcome was the pilot’s failure to effectively use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to the formation of carburetor ice.
Picture of the Day: Keeping An Eye On Things At KFIG
Dave McCracken submitted this photo and note: “This picture was taken from a nice dry hanger at Clearfield-Lawrence Airport (KFIG) in Pennsylvania right after a passing storm.”
DIY Is Where It’s At
Building an airplane teaches kids so much more than the names of airplane parts. They develop the ability to work as part of a cohesive team. Real world problem solving is a constant feature of the program. They even get to wrestle with financial considerations of damaged parts needing to be repaired or replaced. There will be damaged parts. Believe me.
Volunteers Begin Improvements to Flying M Ranch Airstrip
Officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation are working with officials with Nevada State Parks to get the famous airstrip reopened before the end of 2026.
New Hangars In The Works at KHEF
A multimillion dollar project will bring 35 hangars to Manassas Regional Airport in Virginia, where the wait list for hangars is over three years.
Deadline Looms for Cascade Warbirds Scholarships
Students must apply by March 1, 2026, for the scholarships, which cover private pilot ground school and two introductory flights.
Failure to Secure Oil Filler Cap Leads to Accident
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap during the preflight inspection, which resulted in a precautionary landing on the soft surface and subsequent nose over.