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Standing order to top off fuel tanks backfires on pilot
The pilot’s improper preflight inspection of the airplane’s fuel system, resulting in him commencing the flight with an inadequate fuel […]
Picture of the Day: A classic maneuver in a classic airplane
Jon Wilson submitted this photo and note: “Greg Koontz performs the classic hammerhead stall in his American Champion 8KCAB Decathlon […]
San Francisco Fleet Week draws millions
Drawing up to 1 million people every year, Fleet Week is the largest annual spectator event in San Francisco and […]
Picture of the Day: A family affair
Geremy Kornreich sent in this photo with a note: “A family affair — two 1998 Cessnas meet up at the […]
Weather dampens the Salinas Airshow
This year the international aspect of the show was absent the usual strong showing from our Canadian neighbors. Weather was […]
Picture of the Day: In the backcountry
Ben Carlson sent in this photo with a note: “In the Utah Canyonlands.” Source: general aviationPicture of the Day: In […]
The future can surprise us
Fifty years of technological advancement will result in a world you and I won’t recognize. Our children and grandchildren will […]
Looking for a propeller
A Hollywood stunt pilot and Reno air racer is on the hunt for a racing propeller for “Little Mike,” a […]
Picture of the Day: Doc readies for flight
Jonathan Toker submitted this photo and note: “One of just two flying B29s visited Camarillo Airport (KCMA) in California, for […]