With the capability to takeoff and land in just 150 feet, the Electra EL2 Ultra Short takeoff and landing technology demonstrator operated within just a 150-foot section of pavement adjacent to the main runway at Watertown International Airport in New York.
Nominations open for General Aviation Awards
The program, a cooperative effort between the GA industry and the FAA, recognizes individuals in the fields of flight instruction, aviation maintenance, and flight safety “for their professionalism and dedication to general aviation,” according to officials.
Sporty’s introduces MA-1 AeroWear Jacket
Sporty’s Aviation Gifts has introduced a new flight jacket that pays tribute to one of aviation’s most iconic flight jackets — the MA-1 bomber jacket.
Open canopy starts accident chain
Probable Cause: An emergency landing on uneven terrain that resulted in the loss of directional control during landing.
Picture of the Day: At rest
Ken Killian submitted this photo and note: “Auburn Municipal Airport (S50) in Washington at at rest on warm summer evening.”
Grant awarded to study backcountry airstrips
Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) Liaison Wendy Lessig has been awarded a grant to help fund five studies on backcountry airstrips in Utah on Bureau of Land Management land.
Piper M-Class community gathers at Lake Geneva
More than 260 attendees traveled to this year’s event, according to association officials, who note that Kenosha Regional Airport (KENW) welcomed more than 70 Piper M-Class aircraft.
Leadership transition in the works at ASA
Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA) has named Jen Storm as its next general manager. The leadership transition comes as Jackie Spanitz retires at the end of 2025, after 32 years at the company.
Gusting crosswind, unfamiliar airplane bad combination for Cessna 305 pilot
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in a noseover. Contributing was the pilot’s lack of familiarity with the airplane.