It was just after 6 p.m. when I turned final for runway 4R at Honolulu International Airport. My 2,160 nm crossing from Santa …
May 2008
May 2008 NOTAMS
The MH ALPS-M FaceMask (with a âClear-Speakâ ambient-noise-canceling microphone) enables an aviator to fly at altitudes …
May 2008 Readback
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced that the 2007 year-end shipment figures for the general aviation industry have …
Super Bowl Super Fly-In
It was Super Bowl morning, and the airport was as dead as a Thanksgiving turkey. Where barely 12 hours earlier …
Avoiding CFIT Incidents
The NTSB began 2008 by issuing a Safety Alert aimed at general aviation (GA) pilots. It deals with accidents involving …
Paws In The Sky
Yes, I’m guilty. The rumors are true. I am one of those silly, sentimental pet lovers who regard dogs …
Aspen Evolution EFD1000 Pilot/Pro PFD
Owners and pilots of airplanes with traditional âsteam-gaugeâ instrument panels will shortly be able to upgrade to a modern …
From The Editor: First Passengers
There are few things as rewarding for new pilots as flying with their first passenger. I know that was true …
Wingipedia, Part II
Last month, we brought you the first installment (âacrobaticsâ through âinduced dragâ) of Wingipedia, our aviation-based encyclopedia. Here, we …
2008 Cirrus SR20-G3: Don‘t Call It A Comeback
Most pilots equate progress in flying with stepping up to bigger, faster and more powerful airplanes. When I earned my …
Pilot Careers 2008
Opportunities for professional pilots are at record levels for civilian aviators. No matter what your goal, if you work hard …