Adventure Pilot has announced the release of iFly EFB — the next generation of its iFly GPS product. A new feature in iFly EFB is Weight & Balance, which will allow pilots to easily calculate and manage their aircraft’s weight and balance information by streamlining the pre-flight planning process, saving pilots time and reducing the risk of errors.
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Raymond L. Meisenheimer was completely unknown to me until recently, but he is, nonetheless, someone all of us in general aviation owe a great deal of gratitude.
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Finding replacement parts for legacy aircraft has become increasingly difficult over the years, but owners can now breathe a sigh of relief. The FAA has approved a new program called the Vintage Aircraft Replacement and Modification Article program (VARMA), which will allow the use of certain off-the-shelf parts in type-certificated aircraft. The new rules apply to non-safety-critical parts used in planes weighing less than 12,500 pounds built before 1980.
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There is a mindset about folks who reside in Texas with compliments like “independent,” “adventurous,” “self-confident,” and “mavericks.”
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8 Featured Plane: A Bold New Arrow Flies
18 Avionics: TKM and More
22 Sky Talk : Do Runways Matter? Off Airport Operations and Safety
26 Bringing an Arrow II Back to Life
36 5 Keys to Aircraft Prebuy Success
46 Hangar Tip: Window Replacement and Tinting
David Gasmire is a successful healthcare executive and GA pilot who, from an early age, wanted to become an airline pilot.
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David Arnold has been flying his Cherokee 140 for several years now and loves its performance. Not long after purchasing it, he had to make a tough decision about whether to keep it or move on to another plane.
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8 Featured Plane: Sean Sullivan’s Renovated Cherokee 235
18 Avionics: Electronic Conspicuity
22 Sky Talk: Save Money With Owner-Assisted Annuals
28 ELT & PLB Rescue Equipment
34 The Genius of Raymond L. Meisenheimer
46 Hangar Tip: Lightspeed’s Trade-Up Discount
AD 2023-05-16, adopted March 15, 2023, supersedes AD 2023-04-08, adopted February 23, 2023. The FAA has provided guidance in the form of a flowchart to assist in complying with AD 2023-05-16. Every Continental engine model listed in section (c) of the AD, titled “Applicability” is affected by this AD. However, every affected engine does not require the inspection detailed in Continental Aerospace Technologies Mandatory Service Bulletin MSB23-01A. Operators of affected engines can follow the flowchart to determine whether their engine requires inspection.
Read MoreHave you just purchased a new-to-you plane or would you like a refresher course on plane ownership? Then this webinar series is for you! Plane Ownership – Part 3, covers everything you need to know to transition into your...
Read MoreHave you just purchased a new-to-you plane or would you like a refresher course on your plane? Then this webinar series is for you! Plane Ownership – Part 2, covers everything you need to know to transition into your new-to-you...
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On Feb. 17, Continental released Mandatory Service Bulleting MSB23-01A regarding a possible error...
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The FAA has announced an airworthiness directive (AD) AD-2022-01586-E for Continental engine...
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How to paint interior plastic trim, step by step instructions with photos.
Read MoreThese webinars total hours of advice from the Piper Owner Society Editorial Board, led by Aviation Director Scott Sherer. Also featuring longtime pilot and electrical engineer Jim “Griff” Griffin, these advice videos...
Read MoreAre you getting ready to purchase your next plane? Then this webinar series is for you! Plane Ownership – Part 1, covers everything you need to know prior to purchasing a plane. The information in this webinar includes:...
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For this new market report on the 180, we once again relied on our member owners to provide their feedback and thoughts about this perennial favorite.
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Andy Watson, author of the recently released book The Pilot’s Guide to Air Traffic Control, is both a veteran air traffic controller and general aviation pilot.
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Chad West’s most recent plane purchase, a 1985 Dakota, is his dream come true. He’s been a pilot since 2003 and has flown and owned a number of planes, but he favors Pipers, especially the Dakot
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8 David Gasmire’s Aviation Legacy & His Beloved Super Cub
18 Avionics: IFR “Lite”
22 Sky Talk: What the FAA and Insurance Companies Say About the Left and Right Seat
26 1973 Piper Cherokee 140 Upgrade
34 Product Review: Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset Review
46 Hangar Tip: Engravers.Net – Makers of Aircraft Placards and More
