Before flying corporate jets and airliners, long summer days spent towing banners along the Jersey Shore provided an accelerated education in stick-and-rudder aviation. That first job as a professional pilot taught Kevin Laufer timeless lessons in aeronautical decision-making, precision, teamwork, and humility.
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Five Things Your GA Airport Manager Wishes You Knew
General aviation pilots spend plenty of time at their local airports, but few understand the complex challenges of keeping them operational. A retired airport manager shares insights on funding, FAA regulations, government oversight, and how pilots can actively support their local aviation communities.
New Hangars in the Works at KLNK
The Lincoln Airport Authority has selected High Flying Hangars to build a 30-acre hangar development at KLNK in Nebraska. The project aims to add up to 68 new aircraft hangars, addressing the growing demand for hangars and supporting continued growth in general aviation.
Invaders Invade AirVenture
The Douglas A-26 Invader took center stage at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, where three of these rare historic bombers flew simultaneously.
Aviation Fuel Prices Continue Climbing
U.S. aviation fuel prices climbed higher again in August, reflecting slight national gains across both 100LL and Jet A. The latest figures from iFlightPlanner break down regional pricing differences, six-month historical trends, and self-service savings for pilots navigating the aviation fuel market.
PilotWorkshops Goes Beyond Buttonology with New Garmin Autopilot Course
The new online course teaches pilots how to understand, anticipate, and manage their autopilot systems through real-world scenarios.
Volunteers Enhance Michigan’s Lost Creek Airstrip
Volunteers from the Recreational Aviation Foundation and local residents recently gathered at Michigan’s Lost Creek Airstrip for a work weekend that included improving the turf runway and more.
Bentley Aviation Relocates to KSYR
After outgrowing its original facilities, Bentley Aviation has relocated to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (KSYR) in New York. The move provides the growing company with expanded hangar space to better serve its customers.
The Welcoming Front Door to Aviation
Airplanes & Coffee started as a simple idea to bring people to the airport. Six years later, this Texas-based group has hosted dozens of events, provided over 1,100 free discovery flights, and awarded 29 scholarships to help build general aviation.