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Plane & Pilot’s Marc C. Lee flies the ICON A5

Let the production begin! This, um … iconic company in the LSA space has been brewing for a long time, long enough that some aviators have been grumbling, wondering if Icon is “for real.” Today, the company announced that a week ago on June 11th, they successfully completed their FAA audit. That opens the door […]

A look at how a recreational flight school and distributor of the SportCruiser LSA has managed to thrive in a tough market

SportCruiser LSA SPECIFICATIONS Engine: Rotax 912 ULS Power: 100 hp at 5800 rpm Fuel: Mogas 91 AKI min or Avgas 100LL Propeller: Woodcomp Classic Wingspan (ft.): 28.22 Length (ft.): 21.72 Height (ft.): 7.60 Cockpit width (in.): 46.2 Max. takeoff weight (lbs.): 1320 Empty weight (min. equip., lbs.): 824 Max. baggage weight in rear compartment (lbs.): […]

FAA regulations make avionics safe, reliable’€”and expensive

Having ’€œthat’€ sound can’t be faked

The NTSB has issued a Safety Alert for those who fly over high places

Flight Design USA delivered another of its law enforcement CTLEi model, which is fitted with high-definition cameras and an in-flight-adjustable flood light.

The Breitling Jet Team took to the skies for a spectacular flight around New York City landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Freedom Tower at the World Trade Center, and the George Washington Bridge.

Blake Godfrey, a passionate pilot, CFI, and newly hired airline pilot, won the King Schools Alaska Seaplane Rating Sweepstakes.