Making Personal Rules
Even short flights can provide learning experiences that change how you fly.
Even short flights can provide learning experiences that change how you fly.
Jason McDowell is a private pilot and Cessna 170 owner based in Madison, Wisconsin. He enjoys researching obscure aviation history and serves as a judge for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. He can be found on Instagram as @cessnateur.
When it comes to buying a used aircraft, well-known models often come with high prices and a lot of competition.
Sharing a hangar comes with plenty of concerns, but also the possibility of finding a like-minded, responsible friend.
The calculus often comes down to avoiding becoming upside down, but not at the expense of enjoying your perfect airplane.
Like sampling a fine wine, one can slowly mosey around the airport, have relaxed conversations, take in the vintage airplanes, and lazily discuss plans.
Ergonomics is one aspect few people consider in selecting an airplane to buy.
Many owners select tail numbers with personal meaning, and some are assigned to the aircraft types they display.
A thunderstorm encounter changes the way a pilot thinks about instrument flying.
If you’re craving a beach getaway, flying into Half Moon Bay is the ultimate place for a pilot adventure.
The location offers no shortage of airports, history, or things to do.
The latest in headsets from Bose, the A30, is lighter, with streamlined padding and less clamping force.
Airspeed measurement marks an important milestone during a rocket’s ascent.
Military or civilian pilot, after a few years the differences fade.
The famous warbird is on temporary display in Houston through the end of January.
What to expect in the new year.
Conceived as a budget version of the V-tail Bonanza, the ‘straight-tail’ model eventually won the popularity contest.
We attempt to solve that mystery and a few others in this week’s Future of FLYING newsletter.
The companies have plans to advance aviation excellence through a strategic OEM partnership.
Installation of the automated landing system marks a new technological opportunity in the aftermarket for King Air operators with G1000 avionics.