The year was 1981. Life was good, and I was about to join an elite group which would put me on top of the heap. The codename of this wondrous event? ZX80. Read more →
Month: July 2011
The Connected Cockpit
Computers are supposed to make our lives easier. We’ve got amazing electronics in our aircraft and in the palm of our hand; what we need now is a way to connect the two. A new product from Aspen Avionics is about to start that revolution. Read more →
Looking Beyond the Shuttle
For many people, the Space Shuttle was NASA. And now that ship is headed to the museum. So what are the prospects for America’s space program beyond the Orbiter? Read more →
Independence Day from the Air
As with many things, the view is better from an airplane on the 4th of July. Kristi and I were out of town, but a friend provided an aerial view of a southern California fireworks show. Read more →
FAA Proposes Class D Airspace at LAX
Analysis of a confusing proposal from the FAA to add Class D airspace to Los Angeles International Airport. Read more →