All six new pilots use wheelchairs, and include a veteran wounded in combat and another veteran who became disabled through an accident.
Aircraft
Picture of the Day: Looking for mermaids
James Knopke submitted this photo and note: “Looking for mermaids in the keys on the way to Key West, Florida.”
Happy accidents and gratifying outcomes
Of all the challenging landings I’ve greased, of all the long cross-countries I’ve accomplished without getting lost, and of the various in-flight challenges I’ve overcome safely, nothing compares to the satisfaction I get when a cluster of kids rebuilds an engine, then watches it run for the first time. And that’s to say nothing of the look on their faces when they exit the airplane after their first time at the controls.
Congressional hearing set on the state of general aviation
During the hearing of the aviation subcommittee of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, officials will discuss changes and trends in the different segments of the general aviation industry, including general aviation service, general aviation safety, ongoing sustainability efforts in general aviation, and general aviation manufacturing.
Picture of the Day: More flight training per gallon
Lauren Chavez submitted this photo and note: “Filling every seat with a student sure helps with avgas at $8.36 a gallon!”
Flying with Jack
Having the right mentor may change your life forever.
2022 Aviation Camp a success at KPPO
Many of the students attending the camp have never been in an airplane and most don’t realize the countless jobs available in the industry outside of becoming airline pilots.
Drones take 5G to new heights
AT&T’s Flying COW (Cell on Wings) drone has the potential to bring connectivity to the nation’s most remote areas.
2023 FARs now available to order
The 2023 FAR for Flight Crew and FAR for Aviation Maintenance Technicians are now available for order and will begin shipping in mid-July 2022, according to officials with Aviation Supplies & Academics.