After Jimmy Doolittle made the first flight solely by reference to instruments, the Doolittles celebrated by throwing a dinner party. Ever the gracious hostess, Josephine Doolittle asked the guests to help commemorate the event by signing the white linen tablecloth.... Continue Reading →

Mooney Airplane Co. has unveiled its second new airplane in less than 60 days with the introduction of the 310-horsepower Ovation3. Continue Reading →

The next time you struggle with your aircraft’s canvas cover think about this: When Howard Hughes moved the HK-1 to Long Beach, Calif., for final assembly, he insisted that a tent made of canvas and pipe be erected to protect... Continue Reading →

The Red Tail Project, a not-for-profit organization created to restore a P-51C Mustang and keep the history of the Tuskegee Airmen alive, recently received an unexpected financial boost from the Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association (COPA). Continue Reading →

Some of the attendees of the 43rd annual air show at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) near Los Angeles were stunned to learn that the June 11 event was to be the last one. Rockin’ Airfest 2006 drew upwards of 60,000... Continue Reading →

The Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland, was designated a Historic Aerospace Site June 12. Continue Reading →

Trying to explain your passion for aviation to someone who doesn’t share it is a lot like trying to describe being in love to someone who has never been there. Words just can’t convey the depth of the emotion. Continue Reading →

Congratulations to Wayne Reveen of Glennall, Alaska, for being selected the winner of Flyer Media’s $500 gas card give-away. Continue Reading →

Mike Carroll doesn’t seem like a jewelry designer kind of guy – he drives tractors, trucks, Harleys and Mooneys. In fact, he designed his first ring in the cockpit at 24,000 feet. Continue Reading →

A new study demonstrates GA’s value to the U.S. economy, pegging its contributions at more than $150 billion. Continue Reading →