ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Drone U, an internet-based drone training company, will hold its first ever fly-in at its Albuquerque headquarters July 21-23. The sold-out event will be an opportunity for drone pilots, enthusiasts and advocates to meet, network and compete in a series of professionally-designed “missions,” according to officials. Hosting 75 pilots from around the […]
Airshows & Fly-Ins
Cascade Warbirds to fly at Arlington Fly-In
The Cascade Warbirds will help make the 49th annual Arlington Fly-In be an even bigger event this year, bringing a greater number of warbirds than has been present for over a decade. The fly-in will feature flying action all three days, July 7-9, 2017. Airshows, airplane rides, musical entertainment, a runway movie theater, and camping highlight […]
Reno Air Races to host drone racing league championship
The Reno Air Racing Association has signed an agreement with MultiGP Drone Racing League to host the National Drone Racing Championship during this year’s National Championship Air Races, which are slated for Sept. 13-17, 2017. The championship will be held in the Drone Zone. The top two pilots from each of the 14 MultiGP regional […]
High flying over the high desert
The sounds of high performance jet aircraft are commonplace in the high desert of California, home of Edwards Air Force Base and the civilian activities at nearby Mojave. With the cancellation of the popular Edwards AFB Open House events however, local airshow fans were left wanting. After several years of concerted effort, and the lead […]
Ford F-22 Raptor F-150 truck to be auctioned at Oshkosh
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — Ford Motor Company is again supporting the Experimental Aircraft Association’s youth aviation programs by auctioning a one-of-a-kind vehicle — a specially built “F-22 Raptor” F-150 Raptor — at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017. The truck will be put up for bid during the annual EAA Gathering of Eagles on Thursday, July 27, 2017. […]
Wanted: College kids to volunteer at Oshkosh
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — For the third year in a row, the Collegiate Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017, which is July 24-30, 2017, at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The Collegiate Volunteer Program is accepting applications through July 7. College-age aviation enthusiasts and students from all over […]
Thunderbirds visit where aviation began
DAYTON, Ohio — Members of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds jet team toured Wright brothers’ sites and flew in a World War II bomber Tuesday and Wednesday while in the area for the Vectren Dayton Air Show, slated for June 24-25, 2017. An earlier-than-usual arrival at Dayton International Airport for the weekend air show gave […]
July 4th Fly-In to celebrate FBO opening
LEWISTON, Idaho — Hillcrest Aircraft Company will host the Radials ‘N Rivers Fly-In to commemorate the grand opening of its FBO at Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport (KLWS). The newly branded Phillips 66 Aviation location now offers full service Jet A and full serve and self-serve 100LL avgas. The FBO’s facilities include a pilot’s lounge, conference area with […]
Wings Over Solano returns
Travis Air Force Base in Northern California last hosted an air show in 2014. The show came to an abrupt halt after a fatal plane crash claimed a favorite local performer. Edward “Eddie” Andreini survived the impact, but perished in the post-crash fire that engulfed his Super Stearman biplane. Fast forward three years and, with improved […]