Immediately after takeoff, at approximately 100 feet AGL, I found myself in IMC.
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Picture of the Day: Time to rest
Kurt Winker submitted this photo and note: “Time to rest after a day of flying Young Eagles. This is the world’s oldest Cherokee-235 and has flown a lot of kids for the program. Nothing better than a peaceful evening on the ramp at home at Mid Valley Airpark (E98) in Los Lunas, N.M.”
A Swift reunion
The 55th annual Swift Museum Foundation’s annual convention brought hundreds of delighted aircraft owners, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts to Gillespie County Airport (T82) in Fredericksburg, Texas, May 29-June 2, 2024.
A VIP experience in a Martin Mars
Before the two remaining airworthy Martin Mars aircraft are donated to museums, Coulson Aviation is offering “VIP” experiences for what company officials call a “VIP aircraft.”
You Can Fly Challenge takes off
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association launched its 2024 You Can Fly Challenge June 1, 2024, a six-month fundraising effort to benefit the AOPA Foundation and its programs to get more people into general aviation and to keep them flying safely.
American Flygirl published
The book is about one of World War II’s hidden figures, Hazel Ying Lee, the first Asian American woman to earn a pilot certificate, join the WASPs, and fly for the United States military amid widespread anti-Asian sentiment and policies.
Pilot loses control while practicing aerodynamic stall recoveries
The pilot’s in-flight loss of control while practicing aerodynamic stall recoveries.
Picture of the Day: Picturesque foggy morning
William Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “While the morning fog rolled into Elliot Field (09GE) in Georgia, this happened.”
Ask Paul: Troubleshooting engine problems requires specific information
Anytime you are asking a question regarding a Lycoming engine, it’s much easier for me to respond if I have a specific engine model and serial number. Any maintenance history on the engine is also helpful, especially when troubleshooting a condition that has recently changed in the operation of the engine. I will never fault anyone for providing too much information.