The three women chosen for induction into Women in Aviation’s Pioneer Hall of Fame in 2022 broke many barriers, accomplishing many “firsts” for women aviators.
Pilots
Picture of the Day: Flying the approach
Dietmar Zschogner submitted this photo and note: “Flying the approach in my Zenair 750 STOL.”
Bad habits can bite you
During the oral portion of the flight reviews I asked how they gathered weather information prior to taking flight. Some variation of this question is common during the well-planned review. A good, safe, competent pilot should answer with something that involves a call to 1-800-WX-BRIEF, or the use of Internet based weather reporting and forecasting tools. The name Al Roker should not come into play. But it did. And that suggested a problem.
MyGoFlight CEO dies in plane crash
During this time of loss, the family is asking for privacy.
Latest version of SkyView software released for experimentals and LSA
The latest version allows wireless chart transfer to pilots who use Seattle Avionics’ FlyQ EFB, as well as improved twin-engine monitoring.
Picture of the Day: Canine ground guides
Lawrence Portouw submitted this photo and note: “Oliver and Dudley with a rare Super DC-3 at the Benson Municipal Airport (E95), Arizona. Photo taken by Bridy Godwin of Sierra Vista, Arizona.”
Freedom 34: The gift of flight
A former POW takes to the skies once again thanks to a gift of flight from three pilots based at KDKX.
Sporty’s introduces tailwheel checkout course
Hosted by legendary airshow pilot Patty Wagstaff, the new course includes more than two hours of practical tips for mastering tailwheel aircraft.
Picture of the Day: Field of dreams
Jack Cudaback submitted this photo and note: “Last flight of the day at the Field of Dreams in Springfield, Nebraska, for my Ran’s S4 Coyote.”