Whitetail Windows has launched the Terminal Shield, a weather-resistant cover designed to protect outdoor fuel terminal card readers and keypads.
Aircraft
Pilot Loses Control When Seat Slides Back During Takeoff
Probable Cause: The inadequate maintenance of the seat locking mechanism, which resulted in the pilot’s seat sliding back during takeoff and a subsequent loss of control.
Picture of the Day: Sand: Worse Than Flying Into the Clouds
Mihai Silvestru submitted this photo and note: “Flying over the Sahara Desert in our kit-built MCR 4S. This is what it looks like when you account for clouds, rain, and wind — but you didn’t account for sand?”
Homebuilt Texas Spirit: The TexZens Take Over Ranger Airfield
The TexZens, a Facebook group for Zenith homebuilt aircraft owners in Texas, recently hosted its inaugural fly-in at the historic Ranger Airfield. From barrel racing to short-field landing competitions, this perfect blend of modern experimental aviation and timeless grass-strip charm proved that the TexZen community is here to stay.
June 2026 Aviation Fuel Prices: Avgas Up, Jet A Down
Analyze shifting operational costs for your next flight as U.S. avgas and alternative piston fuels climb while national Jet A averages ease.
Aviation Education & Career Expo Returns to Rider Jet Center
The Nov. 6, 2026, event will welcome more than 65 vendors and 1,300 students, according to organizers.
Passenger’s Interference Contributes to Crash
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing and his inadequate communication to the pilot-rated passenger of her role during the flight.
Picture of the Day: Dawn Patrol
Claiborne Craig submitted this photo and note: “Good morning from Ingalls Field Airport (KHSP) in Hot Springs, Virginia.”
Donation Keeps EAA Chapter 25 Flying High in New Hangar
When EAA Chapter 25 asked Schweiss Doors for a discount on a hangar door, they received a massive surprise: A completely free 54-foot bifold door. It was the finishing touch on its new hangar at Airlake Airport in Minnesota.