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The Blackbird Has Landed: VSE Aviation’s New Tire Raises the Bar for General Aviation

Launched on July 21, 2025 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the Blackbird brings a combination of premium design, materials, and retreadability.

Destination California

Posted by Piper Owner Society | General Feature

Pilots share favorite fly-in spots across California, from hidden gems to scenic airports.

Repair or Replace? Options for Your Aircraft Interior’s Aging Plastic

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Hangar Tip

As time passes, the plastic interior parts of our aircraft succumb to the effects of time, sun-light, heat, wear and tear.

State of the Market: The Specialists

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Avionics

For the past decade, avionics shops had four-to-six-month backlogs due to ADS-B and later the EFIS trend—but that buzz has gone quiet.

TRIG TX56 & TI106 – Upgrade with Confidence

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News, Sponsored Content

Save This Summer If you’re considering an avionics upgrade, this summer presents the perfect...

Pass the Vision Portion of Your Medical

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Sponsored Content

CRISP. SHARP. CLEAR. – CLAROXAN ADVANCED A big part of being able to pass your medical is...

New MOSAIC Rule Released

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

U.S. Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, announced a long-awaited, final version of the...

A Tribute to a Legend

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

Bill Cox – July 4, 2025 By Diana Jones If you knew Bill at all, you knew his passion for the...

The Right Plane, the Right Time: The Piper Cherokee 140 Cruiser

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Featured Plane

I never knew anyone who was a pilot while growing up. Flying seemed like a dream that was completely out of reach.

In Pursuit of a New Passion: Restoring a Piper Turbo Lance II

Posted by Piper Owner Society | restoration, Upgrade & Refurbish

It can be challenging to find a well-maintained, personal aircraft for a good value. But, as Mike Hohertz discovered, finding one to accommodate his family of six was even more challenging

Grit Hits the Fan: And a Bruised Ego

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Maintenance

In addition to occasional pilot-induced events, we have the gold standard of prop strikes: gear-up incidents.

Get to Know Wentworth Aircraft

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Vendor Spotlight

If you’ve been part of the aviation world for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with Wentworth Aircraft.

Trig’s TX56 is Recognized by EASA: More Options for European Installations

Posted by Piper Owner Society | News

Trig Avionics is delighted to announce that the STC for its slimline TX56 Nav/Com has now been formally recognized by EASA.

ANR Performance Factors: More than a Spec Sheet

Posted by Piper Owner Society | Hangar Tip

Ever wonder why one friend swears by Lightspeed’s Zulu and another prefers Bose, David Clark, Clarity Aloft, Tely, or another?

Pipers Magazine August 2025

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

8 Featured Plane
The Ultimate Tailwheel Trainer
18 Avionics
State of the Market; The Specialists
24 Sky Talk
Non-Owned Insurance
28 Knowledge is Power
Know Your Systems
34 Revenge!
38 Destination
California
46 Hangar Tip
Repair or Replace?