The winter months can be extremely hard on aircraft (and pilots). Cold weather affects aircraft in a number of ways, […]
AOPA mourns former FAA administrator David Hinson
David Hinson, a champion of aviation safety with a passion for general aviation, died December 3 at age 90. Source: […]
Picture of the Day: It has been a journey and continues….
Anh Tran submitted this photo and note: “A powered parachute is captured in flight during the 2023 Nghinh Ong (Whale […]
Tips for flying in the winter
A professional pilot who learned to fly in Chicago, then flew in Alaska, offers his advice for safely flying in […]
Training and Safety Tip: The downside of training in actual IMC
Students and instrument flight instructors often put a lot of emphasis on experiencing instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) during training for […]
Van’s enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Van’s Aircraft, the world’s largest manufacturer of experimental aircraft kits, has entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy court protection with a business […]
Pictures of the Day: Flying over Long Island
Stuart Bain submitted these photos and a note: “A Wednesday flight over Long Island, New York.” Source: general aviationPictures of […]
Once is not enough
In aviation, as in all fields that require a commitment to lifelong learning, it’s wise to repeat the lesson. To […]
How to listen to SiriusXM Radio in ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot
How to listen to SiriusXM Radio in ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot iPad Pilot News Garmin’s top-of-the-line portable weather receivers, the […]
Picture of the Day: Resting easy
Chris Priaulx submitted this photo and note: “Resting easy at Wendover Airport (KENV) in Utah. Source: general aviationPicture of the […]