Iron Hand, Velvet Glove

Freshly frocked flight instructors need experience, just like the rest of us, and they may need to adjust to their new role.

Unicom—April 2024

Military Training vs. GA Good article by Matt Johnson in the April 2024 issue, “Military vs. GA.” The picture of the A-4 Navy Skyhawk is from my old squadron, VA-172 Bluebolts. I also became a...

Are You Going If It’s Boeing?

Even after all the trials and tribulations Boeing has gone through with its 737 MAX fleet, I still have a warm spot in my heart for many of its products. I’ve never been enamored...

Air Show Arrivals

Ready for some impromptu formation flying? How about a few thousand friends to critique your landing?

Haste Makes Waste

We may think we need to respond quickly, but abrupt control inputs at low speed usually are a bad idea.

Wheel Chock Jumping 101

When you’re not looking, line personnel may secure your airplane for you. Try as you might, it’s not likely you can jump that chock.

NTSB Accident Reports—April 2024

January 1, 2024, Mansfield, La. Beech C23 Sundowner The pilot later reported conducting a normal, full-flap landing to the runway. Upon touching down, the airplane’s nose landing gear collapsed, and a post-impact fire ensued after the...