New cabins and new bear boxes to store food are just two of the improvements volunteers worked on this season at Montana’s Ryan Field.
Pilots
ASA introduces Push-to-Talk Switch
The switch can be used in place of fumbling with a hand-held mic for all pilot communications, according to ASA officials, who note it is compatible with most aircraft radios and intercoms.
Pilot takes off with tow bar still attached
The incident could have been avoided with a simple, final walk around the aircraft after having “ground personnel” (my son) move the airplane out of the hangar.
Picture of the Day: Arriving at KPVC
Mauricio Castro submitted this photo and note: “My wife and I visited with family in Cape Cod for a nice vacation and flying cross country. We are based at KTTA in Sanford N.C., the home of Wings of Carolina Flying Club. It was an excellent learning experience, and along the way we met some awesome people who welcome us in their FBOs. Pilots came out to greet us and chatted about where we were coming from and where we were going. The C-172 that we flew is forever in our hearts. One of my great memories of this adventure was to know that a handful of pilots, mechanics, and instructors were checking on our progress and well-being on FlightAware. Many gave us pointers on how to prep for this trip as it was my first long cross-country in very busy airspace. As of now, my wife and I are already planning the next flying adventure. Until then….”
Airshow Racing Series debuts at Wings Over North Georgia
The Airshow Racing Series premiered at the 2022 Wings Over North Georgia Airshow, described by producers as drag racing with airplanes, featuring the drama of flat-out racing, combined with the smoke, sound, and high-G maneuvers that air show fans crave.
The cure for get-there-itis
Why do so many general aviation pilots risk their lives to get to their destinations?
Pilots flying under BasicMed can soon act as safety pilots
Buried in a final rule that affects commercial balloon pilots is a change to the rules that affects the more than 60,000 pilots who fly under BasicMed.
The Complete Remote Pilot updated
Now in its second edition is “The Complete Remote Pilot,” a book for those interested in obtaining a Remote Pilot Certificate, which is required to operate drones for commercial use.
Picture of the Day: Desert camping
Gil Jennings submitted this photo and note: “Casa Grande camping after the Cactus Fly-In. My tent and chair in the shade of wing. My old straight tail Cessna 172 would attract many other campers who placed their folding chairs under the wing during the heat of the day. Great memories.”