Flytenow, a start-up business that uses the Internet to connect private pilots with passengers wishing to share travel plans and flight expenses, sued the FAA for shutting the website down. Flytenow expands on the trend that companies like Uber and Airbnb.com have popularized: Allowing consumers to connect directly with private individuals who have goods or […]
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Parapalegic pilot earns wings — and the respect of his peers
Learning to fly is challenging for most people. You have to get the money together and put in the time, overcome learning plateaus, and weather, and equipment challenges. Scott Miller from Albia, Iowa, had an additional challenge on the path to getting his wings — he is in a wheelchair. Miller’s journey began in 2006 while serving […]
FAA deputy administrator new pilot
FAA Deputy Administrator Michael Whitaker, who is responsible for helping to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System, recently took his private pilot checkride — and told officials with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association that he “felt the pressure,” noting it “wouldn’t be acceptable” not to pass. In a blog […]
New flight school opens at Coeur d’ Alene Airport
A new flight school, Latitude Aviation, has opened at Pappy Boyington Field (KCOE) outside Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. The school offers primary and advanced flight instruction, starting with a Cessna 150. In addition, Latitude Aviation will be teaching a Private Pilot Ground School through NIC’s Workforce Training Center starting Jan. 24. “Latitude represents an approach to flight […]
New study finds that expert pilots see differently
An experienced pilot will make a better decision about whether to attempt a marginal landing while showing only about half as much brain activity as less experienced pilots, according to a recent study completed by scientists at Stanford University. A report on AVweb quotes the study’s lead author, Maheen Adamson: “The data show that the expert pilot […]
7 reasons an instrument rating will make you a better pilot
Looking for a reason to get your instrument rating? How about 7? GlobalAir.com blogger Sarina Houston outlines all seven in her most recent post, including “you’ll always be two steps ahead” and “you’ll become more accurate.” See all 7 reasons here.
Teen celebrates 16th birthday with 14 solo flights
Forget a Sweet Sixteen party. Wyatt Angel of Mount Airy, N.C., spent his 16th birthday doing something way more fun — flying 11 airplanes solo at the Mount Airy-Surry County Airport (KMWK), then making his way to the Piedmont Soaring Society in nearby Farmington, where he soloed three gliders. He hopes his birthday celebration will win […]
Putting an end to border crossing frustrations
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is bringing together U.S. and Canadian officials in an effort to make crossing the border a simpler, less cumbersome and more manageable experience for general aviation pilots and passengers. At an Oct. 2 meeting hosted by AOPA in Washington, D.C., U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) leaders met […]
Coradine launches LogTen Pro X
PORTLAND, Ore. — Coradine has released LogTen Pro X, a pilot logbook available for all Apple devices. LogTen Pro X features a new interface designed to reduce distraction and help pilots focus on their data, according to company officials. It is optimized for iOS8 and iPhone 6 and includes fast flight entry, automatic GPS detection of nearest […]