Garmin co-founders Dr. Min Kao and the late Gary Burrell were inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) at the 60th annual ceremony held Sept. 14, 2024, at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.
Aircraft
Picture of the Day: Green Machine at the Spanish Peaks
Aaron Melander submitted this photo and note: “It is said that this is one of the few east/west mountain ranges in the Rockies. This picture was taken at Spanish Peaks Airfield (4V1) in Walsenburg, Colorado.”
Human Factors: Cool as a cucumber
In his well-written and detailed accounting of the accident to the NTSB, it’s clear the pilot was still completely stumped about what caused his engine issues. Carb ice simply doesn’t enter his mind as a possibility.
AOPA fights against landing fees
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is urging the FAA to intervene on behalf of general aviation pilots and block the use of FAA-mandated ADS-B data by third parties to assess fees based on aircraft movements — a practice that raises many concerns, including violation of privacy and violation of federal grant obligations by public airports.
Picture of the Day: Pesky bug spray
Matthew Baker submitted this photo and note: “A Bell 206 Jet Ranger with Polk County Mosquito Control in Florida sprays the area around the Bartow Airport (KBOW) for mosquitos.
The thrill that keeps on thrilling
What I didn’t know 36 years ago when I took to the skies for the first time is that I would still get a thrill from seeing others succeed in their own attempts to fly. Whether I sign them off myself, or simply stand on the periphery and cheer them on, each of these individuals impresses me. Their flights take me back in time to my own first attempts.
Swift Museum raffle takes off
The drawing will be held Sept. 21, 2024, so there’s still time to get your tickets.
Picture of the Day: Weigh to go
Bethwel Too submitted this photo and note: “Kenyan registered aircraft undergoing weighing procedure at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya.”
Airplane camping on a weight and space budget
Kevin and Jill are turning their humble 1946 Taylorcraft into a cozy camping machine, packing ultra-light gear and carefully planning fuel stops to make the most of their 65-horsepower plane. While their setup may not be as glamorous as a Super Cub adventure, they’re having a blast exploring new airports, meeting fellow pilots, and enjoying the simpler side of aviation camping.