Training and Safety Tip: When in doubt, go around
Many years ago, I heard an old U.S. Air Force slogan, “When in doubt, bail out.” That is exactly what the rejected landing procedure—commonly known as a go-around—is about.
AOPA’S AIR SAFETY INSTITUTE RELEASES EARLY ANALYSIS: N201RF VIDEO
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Air Safety Institute (ASI) released a new video from its Early Analysis series providing an initial examination of a recent accident.
AOPA’S AIR SAFETY INSTITUTE RELEASES EARLY ANALYSIS: N201RF VIDEO
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Air Safety Institute (ASI) released a new video from its Early Analysis series providing an initial examination of a recent accident.
Washington Executive Airport-Hyde Field closes
Washington Executive Airport, also known as Hyde Field, never really recovered from the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The final day for aircraft owners and businesses to clear out…
AOPA collaborator, air boss John Walsh dies
John Walsh, well-known air boss, AOPA events collaborator, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and retired air traffic controller, died November 16. He was 64 years old.
Fly with the First Flight Society
As part of a fundraiser for the First Flight Society—a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Wright brothers and promoting aviation education—one lucky winner will get to…