Gregory Bell submitted this photo and note: “This is my Lynden Airpark (38W) neighbor and great friend Bill in his 1946 Ercoupe “Snoopy.” This plane was previously owned by a friend of his that flew 37 missions in B-17s during World War II.”
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Turns Around a Point
For Rajeev Pandey, a solitary tree near a pulp mill isn’t just a landmark, it was a classroom. He reflects on the hard-earned wisdom of his late flight instructor, “Cap’n John,” and the life lessons found during his flight lessons.
Alton Bay Ice Runway Has Record-Breaking Season
The ice runway, which opened for the season Jan. 31, recorded its 765th landing on Feb. 16.
GA Survey Launches
The FAA’s 48th annual General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey (GA Survey) has launched, with the agency asking general aviation aircraft owners to report on their operations during the calendar year 2025.
Bluetail Unveils Addition to AI-Powered Maintenance Logbooks
Bluetail, a provider of digital aircraft records management software, has introduced the latest addition to its cloud-based, AI-powered, software platform. Once a document is scanned in, AI automatically identifies, organizes, and places items in chronological order within the logbook.
Flat Tire Causes Pilot to Lose Control on Landing
Probable Cause: The pilot’s loss of control during landing due to a flat tire. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to replace the worn tire in a timely manner.
Picture of the Day: Great Flight Lesson
Joe Marszal submitted this photo and note: “Having a wonderful time!”
The MOSAIC Loophole That Isn’t
The truth is we enjoy such incredible freedom to fly as we choose, to the destinations we wish, in the aircraft we opt to pilot, it’s actually difficult for some of us to recognize the full breadth of our bounty.
Hartzell Propeller Opens New Innovation Center
The center will be home to all Hartzell carbon fiber propeller production, as well as research and development for Advanced Air Mobility and other emerging markets.