Whether you’re climbing Mt. Denali or just doing a bit of fishing, a trip to Alaska always means “adventure”. On this trip, we got a bit more of it than we expected. Read more →
Category: Aviation
Team Aerodynamix
Physical ability is less important that good judgment when it comes to flying… but there’s no denying the impressive skill of groups like Team Aerodynamix. Take a look at this video and I think you’ll be hard pressed to disagree. Read more →
The Spirit of 1903
If I had one wish for general aviation, it would be that GA grows and prospers. The big debate is over how to do that! From where I sit it’s pretty simple: make it cheaper. Read more →
The “Opinion Leaders”
Kids still hang out at the airport fence… but that fence is now digital, and goes by names like “Facebook” or “Twitter. Social media is here to stay, and AOPA has jumped in with a new collaborative blog entitled “Opinion Leaders”. Read more →
“Unable”: Your Ace in the Hole
Father may always know best, but air traffic controllers don’t. Yet 14 CFR 91.123 requires compliance with all ATC instructions. So when you’re asked to do something kooky, what do you do? Read more →
See & Avoid: Does It Work?
Collision avoidance is a deadly serious topic. The FAA considers “see and avoid” an adequate level of safety for most of us. I disagree, and here’s why. Read more →
A Story Like That’s Gotta Be True
If you’ve been aviating long enough, you’ve probably got a respectable collection of crazy-but-true flying experiences. Here are a few of mine. Read more →
Multi-Pilot Crews in Phase One Flight Testing
The FAA may begin allowing non-required crew to fly on Phase One test fights. I think this might be a bad idea… and I’m strongly in favor of allowing it. A contradiction, you say? Not at all… Read more →
“Am I Nervous?”: An Aerobatic First Solo
A student of mine does triple duy as pilot, videographer, and narrator on his first aerobatic solo flight. Read more →
The Future is Already Here
By any measure, general aviation has been on the decline for years in the United States. But I’m convinced the future will be bright — as long as the industry maintains an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to accept risk. Read more →