A student pilot getting ready to take the private pilot practical test once asked me how an instructor knows when […]
Redbird updates its independent flight training platform
Compatible with any Redbird training device, GIFT Private Pilot allows student pilots to learn, practice, and get feedback on every […]
Pilot crashes after seat slides back during takeoff
The pilot’s failure to properly secure the seat before takeoff, which resulted in it sliding back during takeoff and rendering […]
Electric aircraft stretch solar legs, training delayed
A long-distance demonstration of electric aviation endurance in July succeeded in showing off sustainable power and aircraft performance, though the […]
DPE system reform taking shape
While aerial performers wowed crowds and inspired future pilots at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, AOPA’s government affairs team took […]
Picture of the Day: Beaumont Hotel Airport
David Freeland submitted this photo and note: “This was taken at Beaumont Hotel Airport (07S) in Kansas, right across the […]
Antique airplanes take flight to save airports
It’s more than just a flying adventure when members of the Puget Sound Antique Airplane Club take off on their […]
Hurdles remain for GA pilots flying to Canada
The Canadian border reopening to vaccinated travelers might be news general aviation pilots have been eager to hear, but there […]
Build a drone program, step by step
A curriculum developed by a former military helicopter pilot is at the heart of a new offering from DARTdrones that […]
Picture of the Day: The pot of gold
Merton Erickson submitted this photo and note: “Almost home after a couple of hours solid IMC in our Diamond DA40XL. […]