The guide lists backcountry airstrips in all 50 states.
Pilots
Confused about military airspace?
You can ask questions during the virtual workshop, which is designed to let pilots know how the FAA and the Department of Defense are working together to give pilots real-time status updates about military airspace.
Senator continues fighting for general aviation
“We should pass a law to require every U.S. senator to spend two days at Oshkosh,” said Senator James Inhofe (R-Oklahoma) in an interview during his 42nd visit to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021, the world’s largest fly-in convention and air show.
KFCI hosts school supply drive
Pilots flew into the Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport in early August 2021 to donate school supplies for students.
19-year-old woman’s record-breaking attempt takes off
The current female record holder is American, Shaesta Waiz who was 30 years old at the time of her circumnavigation in 2017. The youngest male record holder is just over 18 years old.
New King Schools course prepares new hires for airline flying
“Many future airline pilots will also be coming up from a charter, corporate, military, or even general aviation background. This course will give those new airline pilots the terminology and operational knowledge essential for Part 121 flying.”
One Pilot’s View: Free fall to the left seat
Every aviator takes his or her own individual path to become a pilot. My inspiration to fly arrived via a parachute.
Spread your wings on National Aviation Day
National Aviation Day is Aug. 19 — Orville Wright’s birthday. The folks at NASA have some suggestions for celebrating.
2022 FAR/AIM series now available
The FAR/AIM books comes with a free subscription service that updates you throughout the year if a rule changes.