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Category: August/September 2024

May The FAA Search Your Aircraft?

Posted on July 18, 2024September 10, 2024 by mwflyer

Several recent incidents reported in the media prompted a number of airmen to ask the question: May the FAA search my aircraft? To answer that question, we need to initially distinguish between the terms “search” and “inspect.”

Memorial To Manifesto!

Posted on July 18, 2024September 10, 2024 by Dave Weiman

In May, Peggy and I planned a flight from Madison, Wisconsin (KMSN) to Sulfur Springs, Texas (KSLR), to attend a family wedding at nearby Emery, Texas. Unlike most of our hops in our Cessna 182, the 645 nm flight would require a fuel stop, and depending on the weather, we built in some alternates, mostly based on distance, but also on the availability of rental cars, restaurants and fuel prices. While I enjoy stopping in at small rural airports, few offer the amenities you need if stranded, so we tried to select mid to executive-size airports. And of course, we don’t leave home without Foreflight which is loaded with good information.

A Day @ The Airport

Posted on July 18, 2024September 10, 2024 by Dave Weiman

It was July 3, and I was waiting for my flight instructor to arrive at my airport once the fog lifted at his airport to give me my biennial flight review. While I waited, I reviewed some performance data for my Cessna 182, including emergency and short-field takeoff and landing procedures, best angle and rate of climb speeds, etc. It was a good review, and you never know what your instructor might ask you.

Aviation Community Remembers

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Senator James Inhofe November 17, 1934 – July 9, 2024 Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue WASHINGTON, DC – The aviation community mourns the death of general…

A Big Win For GA!

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

We fought hard for the important provisions in FAA reauthorization. by Mark Baker AOPA President & CEO Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue As I write to…

The Go-To-Guy, Always On The Go!

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Darrel Walter Gibson February 2, 1933 – May 24, 2024 Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue by Dave Weiman When Darrel Gibson’s son, Darrel Gibson, Jr., of…

Color Vision How & Why It Can Affect Pilots

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Dr. Bill Blank, M.D. Senior Aviation Medical Examiner © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue Our eyes are one of our…

$500.00 For An Oil Change?

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Blame It On Technology! by Pete Schoeninger © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue Q) A guy told me it might be…

Arsenal of Democracy Flyover Leaders Mourn The Loss of WWII Triple Ace Bud Anderson… Planned Memorial Day Flyover at Mount Rushmore Cancelled

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue WASHINGTON, DC – The organizers of the Arsenal of Democracy Flyover were saddened to learn that Brig. Gen. Clarence E. “Bud”…

NAA Honors American Icon Joe Henry Engle

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Accomplished pilot is remembered for a lifelong dedication to advancing aeronautics Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue WASHINGTON, DC – The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) joins a…

AOPA’s Mike Ginter Appointed To Lead AOPA Air Safety Institute

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue FREDERICK, MD – Mike Ginter, a leading general aviation advocate and retired U.S. Navy pilot, has been appointed to a new…

The Localizer Back Course Revisited

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Michael J. “Mick” Kaufman © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved!  Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue So why would anyone want to do a “localizer back…

Milwaukee Timmerman Holds 7th Annual Flour Drop Competition

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue The 7th Annual Timmerman Airport Flour Drop Competition took place on Saturday, June 8, 2024. A mandatory safety briefing was conducted for…

UNSELECTING RISKS

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Dean Zakos © Copyright Dean Zakos 2024. All Rights Reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue! “Learn from the mistakes of others. You won’t live long…

Coe Launches Flight School, Aviation Management Program With The Eastern Iowa Airport

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Vanessa Miller Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA – On the wings of a pilot and aviation staffing shortage threatening aircraft, airlines and…

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