There are several FAA-approved updates in the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 Notice (commonly referred to as the Oshkosh NOTAM), featuring arrival and departure procedures for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s 72nd fly-in convention on July 21-27 at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH) in Oshkosh.
Pilots
99s name new executive director
The Ninety-Nines, International Organization of Women Pilots, has appointed Jill van Egmond as its new executive director.
Signature Aviation unveils new FBO at KSAV
Signature KSAV’s phase one terminal design includes several new amenities, including a redesigned crew lounge and conference room with a fully stocked bar. The development is also home to 22,000 square feet of new hangar space.
Pilot crashes after attempting intersection takeoff with a tailwind
Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper decision to attempt an intersection takeoff in a tailwind when the full runway in the opposite, headwind direction was available.
Picture of the Day: The Grand Canyon
Larry Nemecek submitted this photo and note: “A picture from a friend’s RV-7 of the Colorado River looking north from the Tuckup Corridor.”
C’mon, let’s go flying!
Years ago, the trajectory of a little girl’s life was changed dramatically when her Granddad said to her, “c’mon, let’s go flying!”
Flight Risk Assessment Tool released for ag pilots
The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) has released a Flight Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) designed specifically for ag aviation.
Pilot Phraseology Workshop slated
During the live workshop on Zoom and YouTube, pilots, flight instructors, and air traffic controllers will discuss common phraseology mistakes, and ways that pilots and controllers can work together to ensure clear and effective communication for safe takeoff and landing, according to FAA officials.
Power solution for wing-mounted cameras debuts
FlightFlix.aero has released the Nav Power Spacer, an experimental device designed to deliver continuous power to wing-mounted cameras.