Philip Osterhus submitted this photo and note: “I had just finished flying the Cub on a beautiful day and was preparing to wrap the red and white rope around my waist and pull the Cub backwards into its covered spot at Bradford Field (NC05) in Huntersville, North Carolina, when the splendor of the moment caused me to stop and capture the beauty and simplicity of wings and sky.”
FAA Approves More Aircraft For 100R Unleaded Avgas
The FAA has expanded the Approved Model List for Swift Fuels’ 100R unleaded avgas, adding more than 1,200 piston engine and 1,600 airframe models.
Historic Fairey Reed Propeller Revived With Composite Materials
Developed by Italian manufacturer GT Propellers, the new version replicates the exact look, dimensions, and weight of the original fixed-pitch metal propeller introduced in the late 1940s for the de Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk, according to company officials.
Sporty’s Introduces Carbon Monoxide Detector with Built-In Charger
Sporty’s new Flight Gear Carbon Monoxide Detector Charger monitors CO levels while simultaneously charging your portable devices.
Unapproved Parts Cause Flap Binding During Flight
Probable Cause: The binding of the left flap due to improper maintenance.
Picture of the Day: Stars ‘n Stripes
Sparky Barnes submitted this photo and note: “Now that’s a patriotic paint scheme! Seen at Ingersoll Airport (KCTK) in Canton, Illinois.”
Velocity Squared: Engineering the Future of Flight Training
Air Force veteran and systems engineer Chris Shaw has launched Velocity Squared Aviation Academy in Hondo, Texas. This new professional flight training school bridges the gap between unstructured local schools and expensive pilot mills, offering rigorous, airline-style training under a cost-effective Part 61 model.
Wright Brothers Sites in Dayton Named To Irreplaceable America List
The World Monuments Fund has named the historic Wright Brothers sites in Dayton, Ohio, to its “Irreplaceable America” list. This new initiative highlights 10 at-risk U.S. heritage locations during the nation’s 250th anniversary, bringing attention to preserving early aviation history.
Avflight Expands FBO Operations Into Northern Michigan
According to company officials, the new 6,000-square-foot facility is built with exposed wood beams, warm natural finishes, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The space also includes a large gas fireplace and an enclosed outdoor patio designed to accommodate travelers throughout the entire year.