Matthew Baker submitted this photo and note: “A Piaggio P.180 Avanti on the ramp at Bartow Executive Airport (KBOW) n Florida. Always reminds me how unique this aircraft is in every way from its looks to its sound.”
Pilots
It’s a numbers game
The general public sees driving as relatively safe and flying as generally risky. But the numbers tell the real story.
10 best-selling piston airplanes in 2024
For the 23rd year in a row, Cirrus Aircraft takes the top spot as the best-selling piston airplane.
New grant to fund improvements at WA45
The grant will fund a kiosk at Olympic Airfield where pilots can charge their cell phones and get information on the Recreational Aviation Foundation.
Aerox acquires Omnigas Systems
Aerox Aerospace Group, the parent company of aviation oxygen companies Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems and Aerox Fluid Power, has acquired Omnigas Systems, a provider of aftermarket services for aerospace oxygen and fire suppression systems that caters to commercial aviation, business aviation, and military customers.
Bonanza pilot encounters extreme turbulence
Shortly after going IMC, I encountered localized extreme turbulence, hitting my head on the ceiling, and the autopilot disconnected. I was stunned momentarily, but then realized the plane was in an unusual attitude (i.e. dive) and with very strong downdrafts and heavy controls.
Picture of the Day: Texas GameBird Sky
Lindy Segall submitted this photo with a note: “A Game Composites GB1 owned by TacAero based at Gillespie County Airport (T82) in Fredericksburg, Texas.”
Scenes from the Buckeye Air Fair
The 2025 Buckeye Air Fair, held Feb. 14-16, 2025, at Buckeye Municipal Airport (KBXK) in Arizona, featured air shows, vintage and military aircraft, and much more.
General aviation helps power U.S. economy
A new study underscores the immense economic impact of general aviation in the United States, revealing that the industry supports 1.3 million jobs, contributes $178.1 billion to GDP, and generates $339.2 billion in total economic output.