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This Incredible Pilot: Charles Carpenter
There are countless stories of heroics stemming from World War II. The “Greatest Generation” fought battles both in the Pacific and Europe. Many never came … Read More “This Incredible Pilot: Charles Carpenter”
Words Aloft: Ashes Away
The storyteller’s hands fly about, energetically reenacting a disaster aloft. “Wind was whipping all around, and the visibility went to zero! Honest to goodness, I … Read More “Words Aloft: Ashes Away”
Are Touch-and-Goes Good Practice?
In the early 1960s, I was on the ramp at Rosecrans Memorial Airport (KSTJ) in St. Joseph, Missouri, when I observed a massive Boeing 707 … Read More “Are Touch-and-Goes Good Practice?”
Sketches of Adventure
I thought I was prepared for my first EAA AirVenture experience in Wisconsin. By mid-July, I had a dance card filled, with interviews and media … Read More “Sketches of Adventure”
Flying to the End of Cape Cod
My conflicted relationship with Cape Cod dates to the 1970s when my family spent a series of summer vacations there. Mom and Dad would cram … Read More “Flying to the End of Cape Cod”
Forgotten Wings: 7 Overlooked Aviators Who Redefined Flight History
While aviation history is filled with tales of legendary pilots who captured the world’s imagination, there are unsung heroes whose remarkable achievements have often been … Read More “Forgotten Wings: 7 Overlooked Aviators Who Redefined Flight History”
Words Aloft: Test Pilot, Airline Style
The radio chatter was all in Spanish except for our instructions, and as we rolled down the runway beneath a hazy Mexican sky, almost everything … Read More “Words Aloft: Test Pilot, Airline Style”
Hollywood Takes Flight: 5 Famous Airports That Have Starred in Blockbuster Movies
If you’re looking for some entertainment ideas some weekend, you might explore where the magic of Hollywood meets the thrill of aviation. From heartwarming reunions … Read More “Hollywood Takes Flight: 5 Famous Airports That Have Starred in Blockbuster Movies”
Affordable DIY: Hands-Free Flashlight
I don’t know about you, but I have been less than happy with the flashlights available to pilots. I really enjoy flying at night, but … Read More “Affordable DIY: Hands-Free Flashlight”