Bill Bennett submitted this photo and note: “We recently took a trip from Texas to California in our SOCATA TB-20 Trinidad. One of our stops was in Sedona Airport (KSEZ). A very beautiful place with many colors of rocks. Landing on and taking off from the famous Sedona ‘airport in the sky’ is always scenic and fun. Here our TB-20 Trinidad awaits us after a night’s rest for our morning departure.”
Victory Lane Aviation named Gold Star service center by Epic Aircraft
Epic Aircraft has chosen Victory Lane Aviation as its first Gold Star Authorized Service Center, a “milestone that recognizes unwavering commitment to operational excellence, expert aircraft maintenance standards, and exceptional customer service.”
Private Pilot exam guide updated
The 14th edition includes more than 900 questions and responses to ensure all the subjects a private pilot candidate will be tested on during a check ride and review flight are covered, including pilot qualifications, preflight/post-flight procedures, airworthiness, aircraft systems, performance and limitations, airspace, airport operations, weather, flight planning, human factors, night operations, emergency equipment, and more.
Fuel starvation results in seriously injured pilot
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a forced landing.
Picture of the Day: A moment before sunset
Rob Jacoby submitted this photo and note: “Captured this photo in my Cirrus near Austin, Texas, on a beautiful clear evening just before sunset.”
The safety repercussions of removing a parallel runway at KBTL
A plan to remove a parallel runway affects more than just airport operations.
Scouts update Aviation Merit Badge
The revised program aims to inspire young people to explore the world of flight, from the principles of aerodynamics to the diverse careers within the aviation industry, according to officials.
New Charles Lindbergh biography released
Released on May 21, 2025, to coincide with the 98th anniversary of Lindbergh’s historic transatlantic flight, “The Enigmatic Aviator: Charles Lindbergh, Revisited,” attempts to set the record straight on Lindbergh, best remembered for his famous solo flight from New York to Paris in 1927 and the kidnapping and murder of his 20-month-old son in 1932.
Pilot regrets flying after pressured by boss
After reviewing the regulations I now realize that I did not follow the proper protocol. I learned that as PIC I should not have let anyone influence my decision to fly or not to fly no matter what implications it may have.