The FAA formed a Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) in December to address barriers that […]
Pictures of the Day: Getting passed in PA
Tim Percarpio submitted this photo and note: “I took this picture from my Mooney while on autopilot. I was being […]
More pilots in 2023
13,000+ more student pilot certificates were issued in 2023 compared to 2022. That’s a 24% increase. Source: general aviationMore pilots […]
Prior planning recommended for pilots flying during the total eclipse
Pilots may encounter impacts to air traffic and airport operations, as well as the necessity for prior permission required (PPR) […]
'We knew so many of the names'
When a ”gustnado” hit Kansas City, Missouri, a year ago, the local flight school, ATD Flight Systems, lost 11 of […]
Picture of the Day: Two oldies
Wayne Kyle submitted this photo and note: “Outside my hangar at Gainesville Municipal Airport (KGLE) in Texas: My 1947 Aeronca […]
One more add-on rating
It’s been decades since I took that first flight lesson, but my desire to test myself, to better myself, to […]
Introducing a Milwaukee GA association
With assistance from AOPA, airport tenants in Wisconsin have launched the Greater Milwaukee General Aviation Association (GMGAA) to facilitate improved […]
Picture of the Day: Cockpit panel in the setting sun
John Schmidt submitted this photo and note: “Pietenpol builder/pilot Greg Cardinal noticed the sun coming through his hangar windows at […]
What should I do with an engine that’s making metal?
Our engines expert helps troubleshoot a Piper Pacer’s engine, which just starting making metal. Source: general aviationWhat should I do […]