Inflation is hitting us hard and making it nearly impossible for many general aviation enthusiasts to ply the skies with the frequency and duration we might like. But you don’t have to let an economic speed bump stop you from flying.
Aviation News
New chart symbols aim to increase situational awareness about airport hotspots
Since 2017, the FAA has recorded more than 1,300 incidents of an aircraft landing on the wrong runway, a taxiway, or at the wrong airport. More than 80% of those incidents involved general aviation aircraft, FAA officials report. Wrong surface departures are also a significant concern, with more than 275 incidents recorded over the past five years — 83% involving GA aircraft.
Remote tower and controller training academy planned for KSEM
The remote tower center in Selma will be equipped to support air traffic control services for up to 40 airports across the nation, officials added.
uAvionix introduces external magnetometer for AV-30
When paired with an AV-30, Av-Mag will provide “consistent and accurate magnetic heading information,” according to company officials.
Cessna 172 pilot confused by ATC request
When I got home that night, I looked up what a “low approach” meant and I was shocked, scared, and embarrassed.
Pictures of the Day: Bringing the new FX-3 home
Neal Culiner submitted these photos of his journey bring his new CubCrafters Carbon Cub FX-3 home to Virginia.
A return to tradition for the Air Race Classic
This June, women pilots from all over the U.S. will gather at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL) in Florida to begin the 2022 Air Race Classic.
Fuel prices drive up cost of flight training
A new survey from the Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) has found that 83% of flight schools have raised their aircraft rates in response to the jump in fuel prices.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome 2022 season prepares for takeoff
Air shows will run every Saturday and Sunday from June 18, 2022, to Oct. 16, 2022.