I may be a bit late throwing in my 2 cents worth about barbecue, but feel constrained to do so inasmuch as no one, as far as I know, has mentioned the absolute Mecca for barbecued rib fanciers: Dreamland Rib... Continue Reading →
Just Enough
The ground below hosted a thousand shades of green, and the previous day’s rain had washed away Atlanta’s yellow peril from the sky, leaving the air fresh and clear. The day was a welcome gift and I chose to ignore... Continue Reading →
Are commercial flight schools uninsurable?
General aviation has seen an interesting and uncommon change recently. A new certificate is now available. The new Sport Pilot certification has been much awaited, touted, and striven for by many dedicated individuals and organizations whose goal was to help... Continue Reading →
When does your medical run out?
It’s a question that even AMEs have a hard time deciding: Exactly when does a medical run out? Continue Reading →
The Lighning’s mystery and the artist’s passion
There’s something about a P-38. A poker face turns into a smile when you start talking about the Lightning. Continue Reading →
Debate continues on Capital Hill over user fees
WASHINGTON, D.C. — How to fund the FAA was the subject of still another hearing in the House of Representatives and the notion of user charges raised its ugly head higher, lifted by testimony from James May, president and CEO... Continue Reading →
Pilots unite
Congratulations to GANews on your articles in the April 8th issue on the increasing dangers to airports due to encroachment. It is a nationwide issue and pilots must pay attention and get involved now, or find themselves without an airport... Continue Reading →
Marvel Mystery Oil and TCP: A cure for valve sticking?
Dennis Corsi recently sent a note, detailing his problem: “”We operate a 1980 Cessna 182 RG with a Lycoming O-540. Recently, the number one exhaust valve push rod bent. We have been adding Marvel Mystery Oil ever since, but I... Continue Reading →
Worries about a warranty?
From time to time I receive letters regarding various questions about warranties. Continue Reading →
A puzzling question
Your crossword for Feb. 11 seems to have needed a name to make two others work out. Your answer for the clue to 12 Across, “Sky King’s airplane” was “bluebird,” which let the answers to 13 Down and 9 Down... Continue Reading →


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