More than 100,000 aviation fans gathered at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California to celebrate the 2026 Wings Over Solano air show. The air show included the debut of a new performer, as well as the return of many fan favorites.
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Flying Lower and Slower at 86
At 86, retired attorney Peter Hartmann has transitioned from a fast Turbo Cessna 210 to a lower, slower Lake Amphibian. He shares how a modern digital cockpit keeps him safely flying — and adjusting to the realities of aging in the sky.
High-Tech and High Speeds: Brian Pendleton’s Lancair Evolution Steals the Show
Los Angeles producer and pilot Brian Pendleton turned heads at the 2026 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo with his newly painted Lancair Evolution. Featuring a unique, high-tech circuit board design utilizing state-of-the-art heat-dissipating paint, the high-speed composite aircraft reflects its owner’s love for aviation, technology, and adventure.
Honoring Our Veterans
General Aviation News Of Wings & Things columnist Fred Johnsen spent Memorial Day 2026 at the Warhawk Air Museum in Nampa, Idaho, and captured this video.
The Life General Aviation Built
In a new video posted by Habitat for Aviation, 83-year-old Vermont A&P mechanic and pilot George Coy says general aviation was never just a career, it was a way of life.
Beech Bash: Where Flying Meets Family Fun
Beech Bash in the Bluegrass is an annual gathering of Beech owners — and so much more.
The Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show Turns 32
Warbirds were the stars of the day at the annual show, which combines a fly-in with a car and boat show.
Where’s Jamail? How a Small Tennessee College Town Became a DreamLaunch Mainstay
While the DreamLaunch Tour usually focuses on major aviation gatherings, a small college town in Tennessee has become a mandatory recurring stop. Explore how Middle Tennessee State University and state-wide education initiatives are creating a premier pipeline for the next generation of pilots, mechanics, and aerospace professionals.
One of One Again
Meet Chris Christiansen’s Gyrfalkn, a custom carbon fiber aircraft with forward-swept wings and exceptional visibility.