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Junkers does it again
OK, I admit it. I’m infatuated with corrugated metal. Molded into the shape of an aircraft. That’s why every year at Aero Friedrichshafen I report on...
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Aviation industry looks forward to sustainable fuels
In his opening remarks at the General Aviation Manufacturers Association press conference at Aero Friedrichshafen, SimCom International CEO Eric Hinso...
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AOPA supports FAA as single safety regulator
AOPA and other aviation industry players signed a letter urging Congress to codify longstanding law that the FAA is the sole regulator on all matters...
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Future of aviation showcased at Aero Friedrichshafen
In many senses, Aero Friedrichshafen represents the depth of the Europe-wide commitment to future aviation technology, pilot training, and the preserv...
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Cirrus climbs past 9,000 pistons
To commemorate its 9,000th piston airplane, Cirrus Aircraft is producing a limited edition of themed SR22s.
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‘Except when necessary’
Trent Palmer’s attorney said he is not optimistic the NTSB will reconsider (as requested) its March 30 decision rejecting Palmer’s argument that he wa...
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Showers of scholarships
Students headed for careers in the aviation industry should apply for these scholarships with funds set to arrive as the fall 2023 semester starts.
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Training and Safety Tip: The double-edged sword of wind
Whether we’re flying a small trainer or a large airliner, the wind plays a critical role in navigation as well as our aircraft’s performance.
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JackRabbit Micro e-bike makes getting around easy
Usability, weight, portability, and rideability are the four top categories when I evaluate bicycles that I plan to take with me in a general aviation...
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Aircraft Maintenance: Digging deep for a poisonous gas leak
A remarkable thing happened while we were testing the airplane at the beginning of our annual inspection. The Lightspeed Delta Zulu headset we were te...
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Best school, instructor revealed at Redbird Migration
A Texas flight school and an Iowa-based instructor were named the national winners of the 2023 AOPA Flight Training Experience Awards during Redbird M...
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Pilot Short Story: Stuck on a Feeling
In this Pilot Short Story produced by the AOPA Air Safety Institute, a pilot must make a split-second decision: either abort his takeoff or continue t...