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The leader plans to stay with the association for up to two years while they track down his replacement.

This 1979 retractable version of the popular Skyhawk probably served well on a flight school line, and it’s now on the market.

The truth is you have so many choices when shopping for aircraft that this column offers perhaps its most useful function: helping you sift through the many aircraft you could fly. If you find a number of aircraft you like, how can you narrow your choices to find the one that best fits your needs? […]

This 1958 J35 model has the striking V-tail, with an average amount of total time for its age.

If only airplanes could talk. The white and two-toned blue Lockheed Vega Winnie Mae residing in the Smithsonian Institution’s Udvar-Hazy Center, outside of Washington, D.C., would have more than a few stories to share. This particular Vega has been up to the stratosphere and around the world. And all at the capable hands of one […]

The comment period for the FAA’s notice of proposed rulemaking, Modernization Of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC), ended as of January 22, and aviation associations drew my attention—along with others—this month with their lengthy and considerable comment submissions.  The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) made waves earlier in the month when it announced it disagreed with […]

As the FAA begins its review of comments for its NPRM regarding the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certificates (MOSAIC), you may have questions about the specific recommendations and comments submitted by different industry associations and user groups. While Plane & Pilot editors and contributors have—and continue to share—our own perspectives, we think it’s important to […]

Are you ready for MOSAIC? Let’s be crystal clear. You have no time left to comment on the FAA’s proposed rule. However, we won’t see MOSAIC LSA for many months yet. In this article, we look at G750, a 2+2 seat MOSAIC LSA candidate. MOSAIC as a completed regulation is still 16 months away, according to […]

The National Air and Space Museum is inviting applications for its 2024 summer internship program, offering a dynamic opportunity for immersive learning in Washington, D.C. Interns will engage with renowned mentors across various museum disciplines, working alongside accomplished professionals and iconic artifacts. There are many opportunities for applicants interested in experience in non-flight, aviation-related disciplines, […]

Redbird Flight, a prominent player in aviation technology, has initiated its fourth annual State of Flight Training survey, accessible via the company’s website. This survey, targeting various stakeholders from flight training organizations to pilots, seeks to provide comprehensive insights into the health of the industry.  Over the years, the collected data has proven invaluable, aiding […]