Aviation is so much bigger, more diverse, and more rewarding than I ever could have imagined. It wasn’t just the aircraft that made my life’s work worthwhile. My happiness wasn’t limited to the friendships I made, the destinations I discovered, or the challenges I faced and overcame. It was all of it. Every day was different. Every flight an experience I cherished.
Opinion
Proposed ADS-B bill will harm aviation
Just hearing the words “landing fee” makes some pilots angry. But that reveals a misunderstanding of financial operations at general aviation airports, according to one airport manager.
Getting up to speed
I wouldn’t say we’ve got a well-oiled mill cranking out future aviation industry participants just yet. But it does feel like the apparatus is coming together.
Over the horizon, metaphorically speaking
The future may be unknowable, but I have complete faith that it will be wonderful. It will include a vibrant version of general aviation. We simply need to dream big and stop telling ourselves, “that will never work.” Rather, we should be asking ourselves, “how could we do that?”
Human Factors: It’s not really a checklist
When something unexpected happens in flight we’ve all been taught to Aviate, Navigate, Communicate. But pilots need to realize that’s not a checklist, but a cycle to be repeated over and over again until the situation is resolved.
Was Bugs Bunny the greatest teacher of all time?
Just the thought of a Bugs Bunny short brings to mind the zippy Hawaiian guitar opening salvo that meant just one thing: Entertainment was about to be launched into my living room, backed by the power of imagination.
Ask Paul: Why is my engine running rough?
The engine on our Piper PA-28-235 runs OK at 2,000 rpms but runs rough at 1,500 rpms. Any insight you can give us to the problem?
How are we doing?
Accidents are trending down this year (to-date) compare to 2024.
The rules mean what the rules say — or maybe not
Many, if not most, pilots, CFIs, and A&Ps are unaware of the FAA’s interpretation process. And you can’t amend your behavior if you’re not aware the rules have changed.