Amy Hoover submitted this photo and note: “American Champion Scout and Stinson 108 float planes with the sun setting over the Stillwater Landing Seaplane Base near Whitefish, Montana. The waterfront stage often features live music concerts.”
Birthing a Billings Bluebird
Montana’s Tim Talen has breathed life into the extinct Montana Bluebird, a diminutive two-place airplane that made its debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.
New Voices Join Fight for KBKL
Cleveland business and civic leaders are joining aviation advocates to urge the City Council to keep Burke Lakefront Airport open. Highlighting its economic impact and role in regional connectivity, they are asking for a fair public hearing to protect the airport from a proposed closure by the mayor.
AeroSouth Spearheading Expansion of Air Racing in Southeast U.S.
Officials with AeroSouth Technology are leading a new initiative to expand competitive air racing in the Southeast U.S. By partnering with major racing associations like SCARA and SARL, they are paving the way for future race teams, beginning with a Aug. 15, 2026, seminar at Moore County Airport.
New Aircraft Compliance App Simplifies Aviation Maintenance Tracking
Debuting at EAA AirVenture 2026, the new Aircraft Compliance app aims to simplify general aviation maintenance tracking. By organizing logbooks, ADs, and inspections into one plain-language dashboard, it helps pilots instantly verify aircraft readiness and track true costs per hour.
Improper Stabilator Trim Maintenance Causes Piper Seneca Accident
Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper preflight inspection of the stabilator trim position, which resulted in a porpoised landing. Contributing to the accident was the maintenance personnel’s improper maintenance of the stabilator trim shaft.
Pictures of the Day: Antique Meets Modern at Oshkosh
Richard Neville sent in these photos taken at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, showcasing some of the best of the show.
Are Non-Towered Airports Safe? The Data Says Yes
While it is a common assumption that non-towered airports are inherently less safe than those with a tower, a deep dive into a decade of NTSB collision data reveals what general aviation pilots have always known: When pilots communicate effectively and follow established procedures, non-towered airports continue to provide a remarkably safe environment for general aviation.
General Aviation Pilots Warned of Flight Hazards Near Mount Rainier
The FAA has issued a warning to pilots flying near Washington’s Mount Rainier National Park about potential hazards involving active helicopter operations. Learn about the uncharted Kautz Creek Helibase and how to maintain safe altitudes when navigating this busy airspace.