British South American Airways Flight CS-59 ("Star Dust") disappeared in 1947 and was only found in 1998, crashed into Mount Tupungato due to navigational errors in a snowstorm. The plane's final, ...

The Wright brothers are popularly credited with the first successful flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft on December 17, 1903, achieving sustained, controlled flight. Several other ...

Reviews and announcements on the best and most popular legacy instruments that are still in wide use.

The Tupolev Tu-144 was the Soviet Union's supersonic transport, a competitor to the Concorde. It had a similar configuration to the Concorde, including a hydraulically lowered nose for improved ...

Light twin-engine aircraft, once popular upgrades for pilots, have declined in popularity due to high operating costs (fuel, maintenance, insurance) that significantly outweigh those of ...

Drew Reggie and Lanie Bakeberg, a couple in their mid-30s, purchased a 1968 Cessna 150 for budget-friendly cross-country adventures, prioritizing affordability over speed and luxury. Their social ...

The Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter is a safe, easy-to-fly, and maintain helicopter designed for both flight training and private ownership, offering long-term value. Despite its compact size, the G2 ...

The author, after meeting Dan Johnson at Sun 'n Fun, had a test flight in a Jabiru J-230D LSA. The Jabiru J-230D is praised for its affordability (starting around $165,000-$205,000), fuel efficiency ...

The author, initially skeptical of Cirrus aircraft, underwent training at Texas Top Aviation, gaining firsthand experience with a Cirrus SR20 G6. Texas Top Aviation offers comprehensive Cirrus pilot ...

Loss of control (LOC) remains the leading cause of general aviation accidents, often stemming from preventable issues. Maintaining aircraft control is paramount in any situation, even with emergencies ...

The pilot, who held an airline pilot transport certificate and had logged approximately 21,000 flight hours, planned to do a cross-country flight in the twin-engine, amateur-built airplane. He was ...

The Beechcraft Bonanza G36, celebrating its 70th anniversary, is renowned for its six-seat capacity, substantial build quality, and luxurious feel, setting it apart from more modern designs. The G36 ...