Through the Washington State Department of Aviation’s Adopt An Airport program, volunteers help maintain the 15 airports operated by the state.
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Minnesota college to host a day to Experience Aerospace
“How can a middle or high school student know what their future career will look like if they are unsure what their options are?”
Contaminated fuel contributes to crash
The partial loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel.
Picture of the Day: Father daughter outing
Arnie Valencia submitted this photo and note: “Enjoying the day flying in a Beechcraft Skipper over French Valley Airport (F70) in Murrieta/Temecula, California, with my daughter Elysse.”
The ups and downs of a Champion
Family-owned American Champion Aircraft has weathered its share of ups and downs, but the popularity of backcountry flying is fueling increased demand at the Wisconsin-based company.
NTSB launches General Aviation Accident Dashboard
The General Aviation Accident Dashboard provides statistics, investigative findings, and safety recommendations for general aviation accidents from 2012 through 2021.
AeroBrigham expands at KLUD
The new hangar will be used exclusively to support helicopters while the current facility will be dedicated to fixed wing MRO, support, and completions, company officials explained.
Idaho Aviation Expo postponed
The event will be back, in a new format, in 2024, according to Expo organizers.
Beech 33’s door pops open while taking off
I can say it was a very busy day and the controllers had their hands full, although the controller losing site of an aircraft that had just departed his runway less than 30 seconds made the situation a little more dramatic than it needed to be.