“This project will help ensure that Amigos del Cielo will continue to be a stellar recreational destination, and provide a consistent landing surface for a wide variety of airplanes and pilot skill levels,” said Recreational Aviation Foundation New Mexico Liaison Ron Keller. “As with any recreational airstrip, continued maintenance is needed to keep the airstrip in a safe and enjoyable condition.”
Pilots
Pilot Proficiency Network climbs to 22 locations
Just two weeks after it was officially launched during the 2022 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, the Pilot Proficiency Network — created to promote instrument flying, proficiency, and safety — opened its 22nd location at Norwood Memorial Airport (KOWD) in Massachusetts.
Picture of the Day: Short final
Kevin Quinn submitted this photo and note: “A three way reflection on short final in the Carbon Cub.”
Pandemic, supply chain issues could be boon for GA airports
To counter supply chain strain and congestion at major airport hubs, Burrell Aviation determined that smaller, more easily accessible municipal airports represent an unprecedented opportunity.
Harrison Ford wins Howard Hughes Memorial Award
“It is an honor to celebrate Harrison Ford, the illustrious actor, pilot, and passionate aviation advocate for his volunteer work with Young Eagles, humanitarian and aircraft rescue efforts,” said George Butts, president of Aero Club of Southern California.
FAA approves Diamond DA40 sim
With the approval of the ALSIM AL40, an exact replica of a new Diamond DA40 NG, student pilots can log 20 hours on the sim towards an instrument rating and 50 towards their commercial certificate.
This airport needs a tower!
KAVQ is a very busy airport, with aircraft of widely varying performance. On my approach this day, a Phenom departed, several light aircraft were in closed traffic doing touch and goes, a Cessna 421 was waiting to depart, and another aircraft was inbound on the RNAV 12 approach.
Picture of the Day: Divine Providence
Nir Dagan submitted this photo and note: “Caught this amazing rainbow after I canceled my flight on a C-172 due to strong and gusty wind at Megiddo Airport (LLMG) in Israel. For me it was a sign I made the right decision.”
Ask Paul: What else can I do to discover why my EGTs and CHTs are climbing?
A Glasair owner turns to our engines expert for help in troubleshooting some higher than comfortable temperatures in his aircraft engine. A back and forth of possible solutions finds the answer.