Mike Daniel submitted this photo and note: “As we move into new seasons, Mike preflights and gets ready to depart on another adventure.”
Retired ag pilot donates airplane to university
During a recent fly-in at Box Field in Sunflower County, Jetran gave Delta State a Grumman-Schweizer Ag Cat, a single-engine agricultural aircraft, facilitated by the efforts of aviation enthusiast and retired ag pilot Buddy Box.
Nominations for General Aviation Awards still open
Submissions are due by 11:59 p.m., Dec. 13, 2024
Fundraising campaign launches for WACO Air Museum
The Wings and Dreams Campaign has been recently initiated to support the remaining construction for a new education building located next to the WACO Air Museum and WACO Airfield in Troy, Ohio.
Pilot seriously injured when plane encounters downdraft on departure
The airplane’s exceedance of its critical angle of attack after encountering a downdraft during departure, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
Picture of the Day: Ready to tow
Aaron Lade sent in this photo with a note: “The Pawnee, Lola, is ready to take the 2-33 aloft on a gorgeous day.”
‘Tis the season for drone safety
If you are considering a drone as a holiday gift, the FAA wants you and your loved ones to understand how to fly it safely. The FAA is again launching its 12 Days of Drones campaign to educate people about the rules, regulations, and best practices of operating a drone. This December, the agency will […]
Retired mechanics honored with master mechanic awards
The Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award is named in honor of Charles Taylor, the first aviation mechanic in powered flight. Taylor served as the Wright brothers’ mechanic and is credited with designing and building the engine for their first successful aircraft. The award recognizes the lifetime accomplishments of senior mechanics.
Clay Lacy Aviation breaks ground on KSNA FBO
The company will redevelop its existing 14 acres on the airfield, which includes building a new home for the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Air Support Unit.