After a surge of restricted airspace violations over New York and New Jersey, NORAD is reminding all general aviation pilots to thoroughly review NOTAMs and TFRs before every flight. Careful preflight planning is essential to ensure national airspace security and prevent serious flight disruptions, as well as an escort from a military jet.
Pilots
New Owner for KCOS Maintainence Provider
Fourth Front Aviation has acquired D&J Aviation’s operations at Colorado Springs Airport (KCOS).
Jet Stream Aviation Products Partners with Aero Detailing Academy
Jet Stream Aviation Products will support Aero Detailing Academy, which offers a four-week online aircraft detailing course paired with a two-day in-person, hands-on training experience.
Unauthorized Use of Auto Fuel Contributes to Air Tractor Crash
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inability to maintain altitude and airspeed during cruise flight likely due to a decrease in engine performance associated with the unauthorized use of automobile fuel, which led to an inflight collision with a tree and hard landing.
Picture of the Day: Flying Over Fire Island
Stuart Bain sent in this photo with a note: “Mike DeMitas took this photo from his Aerobat of my Cub over New York’s Fire Island.”
Questions from the Cockpit: System Evolution
George, a commercial pilot in Iowa, writes: In a recent column about the history of flight training, you said that while flight training hasn’t changed much over time, systems have become more complex. Don’t we really still have the same systems? Other than instruments, aren’t airplanes pretty much the same? We have powerplant, fuel, electrical, pitot-static systems…”
Rare Jet Donated to Colorado College
A rare homebuilt Maverick TwinJet 1500 has landed at Aims Community College, bringing a new learning opportunity to A&P students.
DC-3s To Gather at Flabob Airport
The DC-3 Society is preparing to host its inaugural Operator Conference and Showcase at California’s Flabob Airport in December 2026. This historic three-day event invites pilots and aviation enthusiasts to celebrate the aircraft’s enduring legacy through public displays, educational programming, and special exhibitions.
Hound Avionics Introduces New SkyHound Portable Traffic Display
Hound Avionics, a start-up founded by pilots and engineers, has introduced the SkyHound, a portable, all-in-one ADS-B In traffic and weather display.