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Cruising over Honolulu at 3,000 feet, the Robinson R-22's engine suddenly quit. Quick action by the pilot saved lives, and the mechanic took responsibility.
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AOPA coverage of general aviation aircraft searches conducted by federal officials prompted similar reports, but the government has yet to explain the practice.
AOPA continues to investigate >>
FAA Administrator Michael P. Huerta has written a letter to the general aviation community calling for care, caution, and training as the summer season begins.
Safety top of mind >>
- BizAv's image problem
- Study discounts benefit of electronics ban
- Triton: Navy flies new, 'game-changing' UAS
- NASA administrator checks out Dream Chaser
- Olympic torch to ISS (unlit)
- Katmandu crash injures tourists
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Kirk Hawkins, CEO and founder of Icon Aircraft, has asked the FAA to issue a final decision by May 31 on his exemption request to increase the weight of his Icon A5 amphibious LSA by 250 pounds.
Icon presses FAA for answer >>
Imagine having yearlong access to a flight school’s simulator for $120. That’s soon to be a reality for pilots near Lock Haven, Pa., thanks to a new club formed by local flight school AvSport.
Sim club forms >>
AOPA on May 22 denounced an FAA plan to charge the Experimental Aircraft Association for the travel costs, per diem expenses, and overtime pay of the air traffic controllers it deploys to staff EAA AirVenture.
EAA AirVenture to be hit with user fees?
AOPA PILOT Features
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Aviation Events Calendar
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Bonanzas to Oshkosh Texas Advanced Formation Clinic | May 22
- May 26 - Denison, TX
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The purpose of the Clinic is to give Bonanza Pilots truly interested in Formation Flying the tools to fly formation safely and become skilled formation pilots through practice. The Clinic is limited to those that can and will complete the full course. It is expected this cadre of skilled Bonanza Formation Pilots will hold Mini 2 Day Bonanza Formation Clinics throughout the world to share their Bonanza Formation skills with their fellow Bonanza Pilots. ( Web site )
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Fly-In & Airshow No.6 | May 24
- May 25 - Ranger, TX
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Memorial Day Weekend Fly-In & Airshow at one of Texas' oldest airfields. Showers available for campers. Airshow Friday evening (Field closed 7:00p-7:30p for evening airshow) Breakfast Saturday morning. BBQ served to pilots and passengers Saturday 11:30. (Field closed Sat. 1:00p-2:00p for airshow) Great 3415 ft. grass runway. Show your support for the volunteer-supported field by bringing your aircraft and spreading the word. RSVP always appreciated. ( Web site )
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"World's Smallest" Air Show | May 25
- May 26 - Llano, CA
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The 19th annual “World’s Smallest” Air Show will be held Saturday May 25 & Sunday May 26, 2013 from 8 AM until 2 PM. There will be ultralight, light sport, & general aviation flying & static displays, RC airplanes, a rocket demonstration, sky divers, & other events. Food & memorabilia will be available. There will be activities for kids. Admission & parking are free. Check our website www.brianranch.com for directions. For more information, email felice@brianranch.com or call (661) 261-3216 ( Web site )
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Sporty's Saturday Hot Dog Fly-In | May 25 - Cincinnati, OH
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Visit Sporty's, the World's Largest Pilot Shop, and a must-see for every pilot. Each Saturday, all-year-round, free hotdogs are served from Noon to 2 pm to dozens of pilots who make the trip. Shop, eat and enjoy a fun day at the airport with fellow pilots.
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Maryland Airfest | May 25 - Middle River, MD
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Celebrate the enjoyment of aviation at this on-the-ground display of historic and contemporary aircraft, activities for children, museum exhibits and musical edutainment, a day of airplanes for all ages to enjoy presented by the Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum and Martin State Airport. ( Web site )
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Salute to Veterans Celebration | May 25
- May 26 - Columbia, MO
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25th Anniversary Airshow with WWI replicates, WWII Aircraft and hopefully some Modern fighters and aircraft along with the Canadian Skyhawks and Screaming Eagles Parachute teams. 9:30 to 3:30 both days ( Web site )
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Wings & Wheels Fly-In Supper | May 25 - Chariton, IA
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Join the local pilots along with members of the All Iowa Corvette Rally for a hamburger cookout at the airport from 4:00-7:00 PM! Watch Corvette racing on the closed runway and check out the cars and planes on display! Pilots eat free, additional tickets $7 each.
Runway 17/35 will be CLOSED for Corvette racing; pilots please use 10/28. ( Web site )
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Take Flight 5K | May 25 - Greenville, SC
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Register today for the first ever Take Flight 5k to raise money for a community aviation themed park. Run or walk where no race was held before! Down a Greenville Downtown Airport runway. Participants of all ages will taxi to the runway to be cleared for takeoff. Join us for Take Flight 5k – 2013.
For sponsor information contact Lara Kaufmann laralkaufmann@gmail.com. ( Web site )
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WINGS OVER ATCHISON | May 25 - ATCHISON, KS
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AIRCRAFT JUDGING/TROPHIES
ALL TYPES AIRCRAFT WELCOMED
PING PONG DROP FOR KIDS
BREAKFAST / LUNCH PROVIDED
ANTIQUE AUTO DISPLAY
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SoaringNV Cross Country Camp | May 25
- May 27 - Minden, NV
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Help for the low-time glider pilot to gain the skills, knowledge, and judgment required to safely and successfully fly cross-country and be able to earn Bronze and Silver Badges. $300 includes seminars, banquet, t-shirt, written materials. Topics include Badge rules & requirements, Thermaling, navigation, glide slope management, landing out, weather, interpreting soundings, airspace, judgment, speed-to-fly theory. ( Web site )
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