June 2006
Aircraft
- 1964 Piper Comanche 400 by Staff
- 2006 Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP
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The Cessna G1000 Skyhawk
The best-selling airplane of all time gets more sophisticated
Since the demise of the Cessna 152 in 1986, the Skyhawk has emerged as perhaps the preeminent general aviation trainer on the market. It may be ideal for that role, because it’s one of the world’s most forgiving airplanes, but until recently, no one considered it a technologically sophisticated airplane. -
Ultimate Showdown
Battle of the four-seat speedsters
by Bill Cox
Contrary to what many people think, there’s little to support the idea that general aviation’s glass is half empty. Examine the last dozen or so years of aircraft development. In that time, at least six single-engine, four-seat airplanes—all capable of cruising near or even well above the magic 200 knots—have emerged.
Proficiency
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Jobs and Schools: Accelerated Flight And Instrument Training (AFIT)
Helping you become a superb and comfortable IFR pilot
by Ron FowlerFor safety’s sake, it’s imperative that people who fly light planes for business or vacation travel hold and use an instrument rating. When flying on a hectic business schedule, for example, it’s likely that occasional work obligations may press a strictly VFR pilot into marginal conditions that could more easily and safely be handled by a competent instrument-rated pilot.
Travel
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Fly Chile
From mountains to oceans and deserts to glaciers, Chile is an aviator’s dream come true
by Jessica Ambats







