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FAA Rescinds Medical Denial Policy

On April 23rd, the FAA rescinded its proposed policy that would have automatically issued denials for incomplete medical applications.

Pipers Magazine May 2025

Posted by Piper Owner Society | 2025 Issues, All Digital Issues

8 Featured Plane
The Piper Cherokee 235: A “Station Wagon” With Wings
18 Avionics
Fuel Management
22 Sky Talk
Ownership Options
26 Is Your Cockpit a Tanning Bed?
Protect Yourself from UV Exposure
28 A Picture is Worth 1,000 Words
36 A Day in the Life of a Professional Pilot
39 Unique Fly-in Destinations
46 Hangar Tip
Does Your Fuel Tank Need an Overhaul?

Adventures Abound: The Piper J-3 Cub

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Featured Plane

She’s fast. She’s fun. And there’s no one Shaye Fowler would rather soar into the skies with than Maybelline, his 1946 Piper J-3 Cub.

New Online Accident Reporting Option

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

Pilots can now report their accidents online rather than filling out a lengthy PDF form and emailing it in.

Even More of the Best $100 Burgers

Posted by Piper Owner Society | General Feature

The final part of our $100 hamburger series lands in May. For now, here are more regional picks to tempt your taste buds.

How to Clean Your Belly: Member Share Their Best Tips and Tricks

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Hangar Tip

Here are some of the top recommendations and techniques from Cessna owners on keeping the belly of your plane pristine.

FAA Ruling on Avgas Ban

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

A recent FAA decision helped clarify what measures airports can, and cannot, take to rush the transition to unleaded fuels.

More of the Best $100 Burgers

Posted by Piper Owner Society | General Feature

Last month we started looking at the best recommended $100 hamburgers. This month our exploration of the best fly-in restaurants continues.

FAA Delays Changes to Medical Certification Process

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

The FAA has delayed a new decision to deny pilots with incomplete medical applications, giving time for a listening session.

FAA releases NOTAM for SUN ‘n FUN 2025

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

The FAA has released the NOTAM for the 2025 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, scheduled for April 1-6 at Lakeland-Linder International Airport.

Rides: Weigh the Risks

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Aviation Insurance & Finance

You can give unlimited rides if you meet FAA requirements, but you won’t get paid, and it doesn’t guarantee insurance coverage.

Pipers Magazine April 2025

Posted by Piper Owner Society | 2025 Issues, All Digital Issues

8 Featured Plane
A Sweetheart of a Ride
The Piper Tri-Pacer
18 Avionics
Shopping the Shows
An Insider’s Advice
24 Sky Talk
Open Pilot Warranty
28 Pilot in Command Authority
32 The Inspector is Clocked “In”
The Perils of Undocumented Maintenance
38 Even More of the Best $100 Burgers
46 Hangar Tip
How to Clean Your Belly
Members Share Their Best Tips and Tricks

FAA Launches General Aviation Survey

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

The FAA has launched its annual General Aviation Survey, asking owners to report their hours flown in 2024.

The Piper Archer II: Sound, Smooth and Stable

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Featured Plane

John Miles has been fascinated with airplanes since he took his first commercial flight when he was four years old.

Become a Piper Owner Forum User

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Hangar Tip

A few members let us know on our survey that they’ve never visited the Cessna Owner online forum. Top 5 Reasons to be a Forum User

Pipers Magazine March 2025

Posted by Piper Owner Society | 2025 Issues, All Digital Issues

8 Featured Plane
Adventures Abound
The Piper J-3 Cub
18 Avionics
Twin Talk: Engine Management
22 Sky Talk
Rides-Weigh the Risks
26 Dedication and Determination
30 Getting the Pop Up IFR Clearance
32 Takoff Mistakes
36 More of the Best $100 Burgers…
46 Hangar Tip
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