It’s a picture-perfect day for flying: Bright sunshine, a clear sky, and just enough breeze to animate the windsock. So […]
Recreational Drone Flying Aeronautical Test Moves Forward
WASHINGTON To advance public safety of the largest segment of drone operations, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced the […]
Around-the-world speed record attempt forced to turn back
Bill Harrelson’s around-the-world speed record attempt got underway December 5, but the pilot turned back over the Pacific after a […]
Happy birthday, Col. McGee
Col. Charles E. McGee, who flew a P–51 Mustang as a Tuskegee Airman during World War II, celebrated his 100th […]
Want a better autopilot? Start with the servos.
An in-depth look at Garmin’s fresh approach to autopilot servo technology. Source: aopaWant a better autopilot? Start with the servos.
PIVOT introduces new cases for iPad Mini and iPad Pro 11
The dizzying array of iPad models is mostly good for pilots—we have more choices than ever, at better prices than […]
Textron Aviation announces layoffs
Textron Aviation announced layoffs in its Wichita, Kansas-based engineering and professional support workforce to take effect at year’s end. Source: aopaTextron Aviation […]
Video tip: How to interpret ForeFlight’s map weather layers
Do you know the difference between base and composite radar reflectivity, enhanced vs. infrared satellite imagery, or how to interpret […]
FAA: Do Not Aim Laser-Light Displays at Sky
WASHINGTON The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a warning today that holiday laser-light displays aimed at houses become potentially dangerous […]
Mooney again making parts, aircraft
Workers are again hand-driving rivets and curving sheet metal in a Kerrville, Texas, general aviation manufacturing facility at the venerable […]