Hartzell Propeller has extended its $1,000 discount on backcountry propellers for Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) members through 2026. Hartzell will also continue its commitment to donate $250 ...

The Earth's curvature, though often discussed, is a sight rarely seen firsthand, becoming clearly visible only at very high altitudes, specifically above 50,000 feet. The author personally experienced ...

A Boeing 727 (N844AA) mysteriously disappeared from Angola in May 2003, taking off erratically with its lights off and two mechanics aboard, triggering international alarm in the post-9/11 period. The ...

The McDonnell X-85 Goblin was developed from prototype to jet-powered hot rod in no time at all during the Cold War era. (U.S. Air Force photo) The McDonnell XF-85 Goblin was a radical post-WWII ...

The article compares the traditional Lycoming O-320, a long-dominant engine in the 160 hp aircraft trainer segment, with the newer Rotax 916 iS. The Lycoming O-320 is characterized by its larger ...

The Senate unanimously passed the Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act as a standalone bill to enhance aviation safety. The ROTOR Act closes a loophole that allowed ...

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) ordered 15 new single-engine Cessna aircraft from Textron Aviation, including Skyhawk 172s and Skylane 182s. This acquisition aims to modernize CAP's fleet and enhance its ...

Lydia Litvyak was an exceptional Soviet female fighter pilot during WWII, achieving "double ace" status with 12 solo and 4 shared victories in 168 combat missions. Despite occasionally defying strict ...

The article emphasizes that clocks are fundamental, often underestimated, instruments critical for safety and precision in aviation, rather than mere accessories. From early flight to modern cockpits, ...

Four-seater general aviation planes remain the most popular choice due to their versatility for both personal travel and flight training. Modern four-seaters are technologically advanced, featuring ...

WWI rotary engines, though quickly superseded, were revolutionary for their time, offering superior power-to-weight ratios with unique features like the entire engine spinning around the crankshaft ...

The weeklong government shutdown has caused significant air travel delays at multiple U.S. airports, including Newark, Denver, and Hollywood Burbank, where the control tower was unstaffed for hours.