Bruce Barmakian submitted this photo and note: “Soaring pilots flew the skies around Richfield, Utah, for a week in June 2022. The self-launching Swift is the perfect wing for an afternoon of fun dancing with thermals. Thank you to Chad Cook for the use of his hangar and to the folks at Richfield Municipal Airport (KRIF) for their hospitality.”
Tips to avoid a brain stall while flying
A little bit of stress can sharpen our piloting skills. But too much and your brain can stall, making aeronautical decision-making close to impossible.
28 new pilots certified to race at Reno
The 2022 Pylon Racing Seminar for the Reno Air Races saw 28 new pilots certified to race in September, including three in the Unlimited Class. Additionally, 53 pilot renewed their certifications.
Electric Aircraft Symposium returns to Oshkosh
The Vertical Flight Society’s 16th annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), will be in person in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 23-24, 2022.
Hartzell prop STC’d for Diamond DA40
The 74-inch diameter three-blade ASCII carbon fiber prop is approved for DA40s with the Austro Engine E4-A engine.
Pictures of the Day: My son’s first flight in a Cub
Matt Hofeldt submitted this photo and note: “My son, Jet, 4, riding in a Cub for the first time as we fly over rural Wisconsin.”
Improve your piloting skills at the big show
Breakfast is included with each morning session and lunch with each afternoon session.
A fly-in with a twist
A fly-in and yard sale will be held July 23, 2022, at Compass Aviation’s facility at KEHO to raise funds for mission aviation and flight training scholarships.
Free drone training from Reno Air Races
The class is free for military veterans and their families, public safety officers, and high school educators and high school students.