The first flight of the first Bearhawk Companion, which features side-by-side seating, confirmed the design’s cruise speed of 145 mph. It took Dave Lenart an estimated 1,000 hours over 10 months to complete the kit.
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Is your CFI the best?
Anyone who has taken flight training — initial or recurrent — during the past 12 months is asked to “candidly assess the process and rate their individual experience” in the survey, according to AOPA officials.
RVSM offered as factory option on Piper M500/M600
Operating in RVSM airspace allows Piper M500/M600 pilots to gain fuel savings, lower their carbon footprint, increase range, and fly above weather, according to Piper officials.
On the path to a less frustrating medical
Increased overtime, additional personnel, and the ability to track your medical through the FAA special issuance process are just some of the actions taken by the new federal air surgeon to make the medical process less frustrating for pilots.
An automotive engine for your Cessna 172?
Modifying the aluminum V8 engine to power legacy piston aircraft offers several advantages, including the ability to use multiple fuel types, including automobile gas, as well as modern fuel injection that eliminates mixture and carb heat controls. “This, and the ability to burn cheaper automotive gas and mass-produced components, can significantly reduce the cost of owning and operating small aircraft,” said Corsair co-founder Rich Macmullin. “Our cost to fly the test C172 is less than $19 an hour with fuel and engine reserves, compared to over $60 with the original Lycoming engine.”
Video: Flying an electric airplane
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly in an electric airplane?
Your chance for a Hangar Talk with a Lightning Ace
Here’s your chance to learn the story of P-38 Lightning Ace PJ Dahl, who survived being shot up, a runway crash, a midair, a bailout, and two days in a life raft during World War II.
Ferry pilot completes 900th flight
Since 1991, Waltz has delivered more than 200 TBMs to the North American market.
Colorado high school launches drone education program
The Unmanned Safety Institute’s safety certification curriculum will be the basis for the Buena Vista High School program. Once complete, students will have earned an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate and an industry-recognized safety certification.