While at Oshkosh, Tecnam also revealed the flight schools in the U.S. that will be the launch customers for the P-Mentor: Kilo Charlie Aviation in Kansas, Vermont Flight Academy, Melbourne Flight Training in Florida, and Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas.
Pilots
Continental Jet-A piston engine certified
The certification “validates the engine’s compliance with the FAA’s strict airworthiness and safety standards,” according to company officials.
Nothing in my private pilot training prepared me for this
The real question is how did I not see a helicopter on the runway?
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 served something for everyone
What were the highlights of EAA AirVenture 2023? Pick your passion.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 by the numbers
“There was so much going on during the week that encompassed the entire world of flight, from the presence of the U.S. Air Force Training Command and NASA, to magnificent aircraft restorations and exciting new flying technology,” he continued. “Oshkosh was again the place that brought the aviation world together.”
California pilot recognized with Young Eagles leadership award
The award, given every year during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, recognizes “exceptional Young Eagles volunteers that have continually supported the future of aviation by exceeding expectations,” according to Phillips 66 Aviation officials.
Redbird Tracon updated
The company’s multi-simulator classroom management software enables instructors to control multiple simulator sessions simultaneously from one centralized interface. The update also allows two-way communication between instructors and students.
Leisure flight turns fatal for Cub pilot
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
Picture of the Day: The powerfully elegant P-51
Will Lopez submitted this photo and note: “I saw this beautiful P-51 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023, my first time at Oshkosh.”