Preston Bentley has embarked on his 48 state tour of the United States in a Thorpe T-II Skyshooter light-sport aircraft. This flight will attempt to raise $500,000 for the Ronald McDonald House Charities in memory of his cousin Seth Bailey who passed away at the age of 21. You can track Preston's...

I presented the results of my research on the USAF Troop Carrier squadon my father was a member of during the Korean "conflict" the the surviving members at their 52nd reunion this afternoon. For any of you who have considered learning what your fathers did and the men they served with, this is...

The people of Chicago have spoken... *sigh* Another four years of NOT visiting Chi-town... :-( -- Jay Honeck Iowa City, IA Pathfinder N56993 www.AlexisParkInn.com

What is the world coming to? Paul explains: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGDXnoamGuI Electricity will replace fossil fuels. This is the field in which I specialize. --- Mark *I won't see your response. (just flyin' by)

The last time Maurice Kirk, the fun-loving adventurer, went off in his plane to circle the globe, his wife protested that it was his time to wash the dishes. On this occasion, he has been targetted by the corrupt authorities of South Wales. He had bought a plane, with a non-functioning REPLICA of...

Hi, Just curious. Does Scweitzer still make sailplanes anymore ? Thanks, B.

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Bush administration propaganda? Could it be? AOPA SAYS DOT STUDY PROVES GA NOT TO BLAME FOR DELAYS (http://www.avweb.com/eletter/archives/avflash/932-full.html#195895) Weather and the airlines' own scheduling practices continue to be the major causes of flight delays, and they...

LINDBERGH FOUNDATION GRANT GOES TO ENGINE INNOVATOR (http://www.avweb.com/eletter/archives/avflash/919-full.html#195734) Pilots of older aircraft worry about the future availability of 100LL avgas, and environmentalists are not happy with the ecological impact of leaded fuel. To satisfy both...

Several years ago, I was offered a warbird ride by one of the old timers at the airport. So, of course, I took him up on it and had a great time riding around in the front seat of an open cockpit biplane. Now that the person has moved out of the area, I've been told by his friends that A) He...

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(There's a 48 second Mp3 link on the site) http://www.tallpaul.com/music/fast-beneath-my-feet.html Last Train to Kitty Hawk http://www.tallpaul.com/about-tall-paul.html Who is Tall Paul? last train to kitty hawk (ellis/duke) paul, bryan, byron, bob,

See video of a hard(ish) landing at: http://www.flightlevel350.com/viewer.php?id=4137 Did this guy land a bit short of the runway or was his glidepath a bit too shallow? Something else? It's hard to tell from the video but maybe some PA-32 drivers can give some insight. Or maybe someone fluent...

Anybody wanna give me a pirep on Auburn? It's not impossible that I might be moving that direction from the midwest... How's the airport "climate"? How is the FBO? Hangars available? Is there a group of airport regulars that hang around, or is it all just business? Thanks! -Dave Russell

My reply to your email bounced. (Comcast doesn't list you as a customer, according to the message.) Please try again! -- Jay Honeck Iowa City, IA Pathfinder N56993 www.AlexisParkInn.com "Your Aviation Destination"

Is anyone here familiar with carrier-based aircraft operations? My first question is, on naval aircraft, what are the three colored lights for on the front? Usually mounted on the front landing gear, three different colors. Also, last time I was out in San Diego to visit my brother, we visited...

KERRY'S LEGACY No One Who Has Aided the Enemy Deserves to Become President Complete article at: http://www.timesdispatch.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=RTD%2FMGArticle%2F RTD_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1031778835525&path=%21editorials%21oped&s =1045855935007 Being a prisoner of war in Vietnam...

Thinking about going there for a float plane rating and would appreciate any feedback, pro or con, on his operation. TIA, Pete

Let's forget anything I said about the Unusual Attitudes Course and Modified Wing Overs, etc and just address doing a smooth Lazy 8 for my wife's benefit. My procedure for the Lazy 8: entry at 15/15* P&B, then up to 30/30* P&B at 90* to entry and down to 5-10 mph over stall using proper...

Plane out of annual YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!! Got to commit aviation!!!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQHa0Gohgmc is the two touch and goes earlier today. 85 degree temps and fall leaves doesn't compute in my brains, nor does wearing summer clothes on December 8th STILL compute after 7 years being down...