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Following 2016 Tragedy, FAA Mandates Medical Cert for Commercial Balloon Pilots
The Lockhart, Texas, crash shined a light on loopholes in FAA ballooning and other regs.
Metroliner Full of Dogs Crash-Lands, All Survive
The weather was snowy, and questions abound.
Understanding the Dallas Midair Disaster
The collision between two vintage aircraft that killed six happened in a context few understand well.
Helicopter Pioneer Frank Robinson Flies West
His achievements were the stuff of legends, but the recipe for his success was simple.
Dallas Midair Disaster: Authorities Identify Victims
The collision between two World War II-era aircraft left six dead and many unanswered questions.
FAA Clarifies Joby Path to Certification
The agency published its proposed hoops for the startup aircraft maker
Video, Photos Emerge of Airliner that Flew Through Hailstorm
The shocking video shows how nasty thunderstorms can be and why we give them wide berth
Plane & Pilot Your Flying World Photo Contest Returns!
The fourth edition of our hugely popular contest has kicked off!