Caldwell Executive Airport in Idaho will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Sept. 5, 2026. The milestone event features a full day of family-friendly activities, including a pilot fly-in, an artisan market, live music, and more to honor five decades of local aviation history.
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New Owner For KFAR Flight School
Fargo Jet Center has sold its flight school to Fargo Wings. Under new leadership, the school will remain at the FBO’s facilities at Hector International Airport to ensure a seamless transition for students.
Botched Go-Around Leads To Crash
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a go-around that resulted in an impact with a fence.
Final is Clear…Check the Gear
The best one-liner that I ever saw or read somewhere about this issue (I am sorry that I do not know the source of its origin) is a simple 6 word sentence that should be added to every landing checklist… “
One in 12: Outstanding
Moving a kid from “that was cool” to “here’s how you can take the next step” is key to growing aviation.
Picture of the Day: Ready To Fly
Bernard Jones submitted this photo and note: “A Cessna 182M ready to fly.”
The Last Hurrah for the A-24
Despite early struggles in the Pacific theater, the U.S. Army Air Forces’ A-24 dive bomber eventually proved its formidable worth in the Pacific theater during World War II.
General Aviation Fatal Accident Rate Drops So Far in 2026
The latest data from the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee reveals positive trends for the 2026 general aviation fatal accident rate. You can take a deep dive into the data, looking at accidents month by month or by category.
smartATIS Automates Weather Broadcasts at KAPF
Naples Airport in Florida has modernized its operations by implementing the Frequentis smartATIS system, replacing manual updates with automated real-time weather and airfield broadcasts. The upgrade reduces controller workload, alleviates radio frequency congestion, and guarantees pilots receive the most current information before landing.