Tag Archives: People In The News

“If I can’t walk, I can still fly!”

Posted on January 25, 2024 by mwflyer

    A story about the willpower and determination of Peyton Wolter by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine February/March 2024 Digital Issue For those of us who have ever had a broken leg, a hip replacement or both, … Continue reading →

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AOPA’s Richard McSpadden Lived In The Present, But Cherished The Past

Posted on November 28, 2023 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine December 2023 Digital Issue “Where our minds linger is a choice, and I choose the present.” Richard McSpadden Who would have ever thought that former USAF Thunderbird Commander Richard McSpadden, 63, who … Continue reading →

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Airshow Performer Robert Sidney Hosking

Posted on November 28, 2023 by mwflyer

March 27, 1932 — September 3, 2023 Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine December 2023 Digital Issue BOUNTIFUL, UTAH – Robert Sidney Hosking – the talented helicopter pilot of “Otto The Helicopter Clown,” and many other roles, passed away peacefully in … Continue reading →

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Volunteer Pilots Are A Lifeline In Times of Need

Posted on January 25, 2022 by mwflyer

Published In Midwest Flyer Magazine February/March 2022 Online Issue An Illinois pilot’s idea 40 years ago has led to more than 8,900 flights to date to help people in need. “Pilots have a special skill and my hope is that … Continue reading →

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EAA Honors 2020 & 2021 Halls of Fame Inductees

Posted on January 25, 2022 by mwflyer

Published In Midwest Flyer Magazine February/March 2022 Online Issue OSHKOSH, WIS. – The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) honored 12 aviation notables for their contributions to recreational aviation by inducting them into the EAA Sport Aviation Halls of Fame at the … Continue reading →

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Avfuel Owner Honored At Living Legends

Posted on January 25, 2022 by mwflyer

Published In Midwest Flyer Magazine February/March 2022 Online Issue BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF. – Craig Sincock, Avfuel Corporation’s owner, president, and CEO, received the 2022 “Kenn Ricci Lifetime Aviation Entrepreneur Award” at the 19th Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards Ceremony, … Continue reading →

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He Flew For Elvis & Now They Fly With You!

Posted on January 25, 2022 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published In Midwest Flyer Magazine February/March 2022 Online Issue If you are fortunate to own a corporate jet, airliner, or warbird, chances are you realize the economics – and sometimes the need – to “repair,” rather than … Continue reading →

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