Supporters lobbying to keep Cleveland’s Burke Lakefront Airport open tell city officials that there’s room to find middle ground, noting that portions of the airport property could be redeveloped without closing the airport.
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Registration Opens for Air Race Classic
The 49th annual all-women’s race will take place from June 23-26, 2026, highlighting the aviation heritage of the Midwest and Southeast.
Schrager Hampson Acquires Einstein Insurance
Dennis Einstein, founder of Einstein Insurance, will continue with the firm following the acquisition.
Picture of the Day: Trying To Land In The Zone
Rusty Eichorn submitted this photo and note: “Executing a grass landing as our pond at Grand Rapids/Itasca County Airport-Gordon Newstrom Field (KGPZ) in Minnesota was frozen for the winter. I touched down just shy of the landing zone that I had marked and came to a stop within my self-prescribed landing zone. This is the third year in a row that I have procrastinated to get it into the airport in time to land on water. From there we put it on a float trailer and brought it to the hangar for the float change over.”
Can General Aviation Transition to Unleaded Avgas by 2030?
As our fuels and oils expert looks back at what was accomplished in 2025 towards general aviation’s transition to unleaded fuel, he questions whether we can meet our self-imposed deadline of 2030 to go completely lead-free.
Tillamook Air Museum Closed Due To Storm Damage
Severe winds caused major damage to the historic Hangar B at the Port of Tillamook Bay, home to the museum.
Air Tractor Releases Schedule for Maintenance Courses
The Maintenance Familiarization Courses are open to anyone seeking to enhance their technical knowledge and maintenance skills, company officials said, noting customers who recently purchased an Air Tractor aircraft are eligible to receive two training courses at no cost.
Picture of the Day: A Sight To Behold
Mike Matheny submitted this photo with a note: “An OV-10 Bronco on display at the National Naval Air Museum in Pensacola, Florida. This is the plane that I put ordinance on between 1971-1977 while in the Marines. I had not laid eyes on a Bronco in 57 years. It brought back a lot of memories. Semper Fi!”
Well, That’s Different
When we find ourselves saying, “well, that’s different,” perhaps we could step back, consider the situation seriously, and acknowledge that seeking insight into how to best deal with an unusual situation is the smart move. And it’s the smart move every damn time.