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Watch Pilatus Land its New PC-24 in the Australian Outback

Pilatus has taken something great and made it even greater, with the release of their new and improved PC-24 business jets. And to celebrate, they decided to land one on…

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Final Reno Air Races Ends with Mid-Air Collision

Note: This post is being updated with the latest information Two T-6 Texans had a mid-air collision today at the Reno Air Races, bringing a tragic end to the final…

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NASA 836: The Oldest and Fastest F-15 in the World

In the history of aviation, there are few planes that can match the lethality and reputation of the F-15 Eagle. Several variants have been produced over the years, with no…

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Petition Asks FAA to Credit MQ-9 Pilot Hours Towards Certifications

A petition filed with the FAA last month is requesting an update to credit military MQ-9 Reaper pilot hours towards FAA Commercial and Restricted Airline Transport Pilot certificates. This limited…

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That Time Ric Flair Survived a Horrific Plane Crash

In the history of sports and entertainment, few can top professional wrestling. And there’s a few legends that stand out, who helped make the industry what it is. The “Nature…

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Subway Puts Restaurant On a Blimp to Promote Their New Subs

Here’s How You Can Dine In The Sky Subway has made a giant sandwich blimp restaurant to float over a few cities across the nation this month, and they are…

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Remembering Jimmy Buffett-Parrothead, Musician, and Pilot

The world mourns the passing of legendary musician Jimmy Buffett. His songs brought joy to millions for decades, with timeless hits such as Margaritaville and Come Monday, but the singer-songwriter…

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Watch the T-33 Ace Maker Fly Through Star Wars Canyon

Star Wars Canyon in Southern California used to be one of the most well-known low level training route in the world for fighter jets. Or at least it was until…

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The MD-90 Mad Dog Flies Again!

The McDonnell Douglas MD-90 has been resurrected…sort of. A former Delta Air Lines MD-90 (reg. N930TB) took off from the Southern California Logistics Airport (VCV) in Victorville, Calif., last week.…

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Pilot Faces Jail After Landing Helicopter for Picnic in National Park

A Colorado man is facing federal fines and jail time, after he landed a helicopter for a picnic (allegedly) in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. Earlier this year, Peter Smith…

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17-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Ever to Fly Solo Around the World

17-year-old British-Belgian pilot Mack Rutherford has become the youngest person ever to fly solo around the world. Mack Rutherford’s Five-Month Journey Around the World On Wednesday, Mack’s Shark Ultralight (UL)…

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A Cessna 172 Just Flew 18 Hours Nonstop from California to Hawaii

There are faster ways to get to Hawaii, but it must have been an incredible adventure in a Cessna. Imagine, if you will, the following scenario. You’re on an 18-hour…

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General Aviation

Watch Pilatus Land its New PC-24 in the Australian Outback

Final Reno Air Races Ends with Mid-Air Collision

NASA 836: The Oldest and Fastest F-15 in the World

Petition Asks FAA to Credit MQ-9 Pilot Hours Towards Certifications

That Time Ric Flair Survived a Horrific Plane Crash

Subway Puts Restaurant On a Blimp to Promote Their New Subs

Remembering Jimmy Buffett-Parrothead, Musician, and Pilot

Watch the T-33 Ace Maker Fly Through Star Wars Canyon

The MD-90 Mad Dog Flies Again!

Pilot Faces Jail After Landing Helicopter for Picnic in National Park

17-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Ever to Fly Solo Around the World

A Cessna 172 Just Flew 18 Hours Nonstop from California to Hawaii

Pilot Recalls First Flight of the F-16 on its 50th Anniversary

Super Bowl: Added Flights To Vegas, Some With Taylor Swift Flight Numbers

Dual FMC Failure and Smoke in the Galley: CRM 101

Sun n’ Fun: You Are Cleared for a PRACTICE INSTRUMENT APPROACH-Not a Flyover

Blue Angels and Thunderbirds Conduct Joint Training at El Centro