Dario Costa of Italy wrote a new chapter in aviation history as he flew a plane through the narrow confines of two enclosed automobile tunnels just outside Istanbul, Turkey.
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The future of flight training
Embry-Riddle students are developing augmented reality holograms that will eventually play a part in training the next generation of airline pilots.
Take a quiz to see if you sound like a pro when talking to ATC
The new quiz not only will test your knowledge of ATC terms and etiquette, but also provides helpful tips and no-nonsense advice from air traffic controllers.
Zenith Homecoming prepares for takeoff
The 30th annual Zenith Homecoming and Open Hangar Days and Fly-In is slated for Sept 17-18, 2021. Events include educational seminars and workshops, factory tours, and a chance to see Zenith aircraft in flight.
James Raisbeck flies west
Raisbeck’s 67-year career was built on using his knowledge of fluid dynamics to create products that reduced drag, enhanced performance, and increased safety margins for numerous business and commercial aircraft.
Detroit pilots attempt to set world record by landing in all 48 states in 48 hours
The flight, in a Rockwell Commander 114, is sanctioned by Guinness Book of World Records and is planned to occur over the weekend of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
National Aviation Heritage Invitational returns with Reno
Get a peek — inside and out — of the airplanes that are competing in the National Aviation Heritage Invitation at next week’s Reno Air Races.
Cirrus expands to Arizona and Texas
A new flight training faciity opens in Scottsdale, Arizona, while the company has opened engineering offices in Chandler, Arizona, and McKinney, Texas.
Laser strikes up 148% in 10 years
People who shine lasers at aircraft face FAA fines of up to $11,000 per violation and up to $30,800 for multiple laser incidents. The FAA has issued $600,000 in fines since 2016, which includes $120,000 in 2021.