Since 1938, pilots have flown to airports across the Palmetto State to participate in the South Carolina Breakfast Club.
Aircraft
Historic Utah airfield honors pilot
The base museum’s newest exhibit, “Decker Field: The Untold Story,” chronicles the efforts of a then Utah pilot, Douglas Decker, to transform the former Air Force base into a civilian use airport.
Victory Lane Aviation named Gold Star service center by Epic Aircraft
Epic Aircraft has chosen Victory Lane Aviation as its first Gold Star Authorized Service Center, a “milestone that recognizes unwavering commitment to operational excellence, expert aircraft maintenance standards, and exceptional customer service.”
Private Pilot exam guide updated
The 14th edition includes more than 900 questions and responses to ensure all the subjects a private pilot candidate will be tested on during a check ride and review flight are covered, including pilot qualifications, preflight/post-flight procedures, airworthiness, aircraft systems, performance and limitations, airspace, airport operations, weather, flight planning, human factors, night operations, emergency equipment, and more.
Fuel starvation results in seriously injured pilot
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a forced landing.
Picture of the Day: A moment before sunset
Rob Jacoby submitted this photo and note: “Captured this photo in my Cirrus near Austin, Texas, on a beautiful clear evening just before sunset.”
What will they think of next?
The communication systems available to us today are amazing. We can listen to music via Bluetooth through our noise cancelling headsets, call home to let our family know we’re just half an hour out, and monitor two ATC frequencies simultaneously. But does that make us better pilots?
The safety repercussions of removing a parallel runway at KBTL
A plan to remove a parallel runway affects more than just airport operations.
Scouts update Aviation Merit Badge
The revised program aims to inspire young people to explore the world of flight, from the principles of aerodynamics to the diverse careers within the aviation industry, according to officials.