Officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation and the Utah Back Country Pilots report that Rustler Canyon airstrip near Bears Ears National Monument is the newest backcountry airstrip to be added to the aeronautical chart.
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Fly-in fundraiser slated for Wings of Mercy
This event, which includes a pancake breakfast, the 20th annual Run for Wings 5K, a classic car show featuring the West Michigan Street Rod Association, formation flying demonstrations by the Hooligans, and much more, “has been a local favorite for years and a significant funding source for Wings of Mercy,” according to organizers.
Glasair vs. pickup truck
I found out that an airport employee had given permission for an individual to drive his pickup truck out onto the active runway to look for a hubcap!
Picture of the Day: Meeting Lighthawk’s challenge
Jonathan Milne submitted this photo and note: “This photo was taken during the LightHawk May 29, 2025, video/photography flight highlighting the 78,000-acre project area that includes Parmachenee Lake on the Megalloway River in Maine. This was one of the 50 Flights in 50 Days challenge.”
Fourth generation earns his wings
On April 28, 2025, Carl Reigle continued a proud family tradition, earning his private pilot certificate at Reigle Airport (58N) in Palmyra, Pennsylvania. Carl’s great-grandfather, Charles “Chas” Reigle, founded Reigle Airport in 1942.
Blimp pilots: An elite club
There are fewer blimp pilots in the world than astronauts.
Museum awards $276,000 in scholarships
Some of the scholarships are for high school seniors planning to attend a college, university, or trade school, while others are for flight training, according to museum officials.
Piper crashes after student freezes on controls
Probable Cause: The premature retraction of the flaps by the student pilot, while just above the airplane’s stall speed. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision and failure to regain aircraft control from the student pilot.
Picture of the Day: Flying over a volcano
Marshall Severson sent in this photo with a note: “This photo was shot by me over the steaming Mount Spurr volcano in south central Alaska on May 24, 2025. It is a frame save from my GoPro 360 Max. The C172 is at 11,500 feet. It is pretty thrilling up there.”