'AOPA Pilot' Online

GA Serves America: Eyes in the Sky

Editor at Large Tom Horne and Photographer Chris Rose joined in a pursuit with Virginia Beach, Virginia, master helicopter pilot David J. Cook as he piloted his Bell 407 along the coast to catch a bad guy. Watch the online video by Executive Producer Warren Morningstar.

Keyword: Eyes in the Sky

Diving to great heights

How insidious can the effects of the loss of oxygen at high altitudes really be? You’ll be amazed when you hear this real pilot story and hear the recording of a pilot “under the influence.”

Keyword: Hypoxia

Sierra Super S–II: Thrust Buster

Editor at Large Thomas A. Horne found out how the Sierra modifications to the Cessna Citation improved performance as he flew at FL430 and 412 knots from Uvalde, Texas, to Telluride, Colorado, in this online video.

Keyword: Sierra Super S-II

Something to Overcome

Senior Editor Dave Hirschman loves to fly and he loves people. That’s why his report on wounded warrior Tammy Duckworth is so moving—he can tell her story with empathy and the pride of being a fellow pilot. Meet this amazing Army veteran in this online video.

Keyword: Tammy Duckworth

GA in Haiti

GA proved its worth during the disaster relief in Haiti after the tragic earthquake in January. This slide show of photos by Charles H. Stites illustrates the contributions made by general aviation.

Keyword: Haiti