On most days with a chance of isolated convective buildup in the mountains, one could only hope for rain. A […]
Flying with 'Crystal' and 'Leonard'
Cathy Frankel, CFI and owner of Learn to Fly flight school, is bringing her passion for aviation and love of […]
That’s one way to get to OSH22
Dave is planning to touch down in all 48 contiguous states in the U.S. along the way to EAA AirVenture […]
Aircraft Maintenance: Reaming, lapping, other valve tasks
If there is a universally weak link in aircraft cylinders, it seems to be the exhaust valves. This shouldn’t come […]
Picture of the Day: Looking for mermaids
James Knopke submitted this photo and note: “Looking for mermaids in the keys on the way to Key West, Florida.” […]
Happy accidents and gratifying outcomes
Of all the challenging landings I’ve greased, of all the long cross-countries I’ve accomplished without getting lost, and of the […]
Final report on fatal Snodgrass accident released
The NTSB has released its findings in the July 24, 2021, crash that killed airshow performer and former U.S. Navy […]
Training and Safety Tip: Details matter
One of the first things you learn as a student pilot is how to preflight the airplane. Your flight instructor […]
Picture of the Day: More flight training per gallon
Lauren Chavez submitted this photo and note: “Filling every seat with a student sure helps with avgas at $8.36 a […]
Flying with Jack
Having the right mentor may change your life forever. Source: general aviationFlying with Jack