ScaleWings has unveiled a new, larger MTV-22 composite propeller for its SW-51 Mustang homebuilt, developed in collaboration with MT-Propeller. This new propeller significantly boosts performance, ...

A Diverse Departure is the default IFR departure procedure used when an airport has at least one instrument approach but no specific Obstacle Departure Procedure (ODP) is published, allowing pilots to ...

VFR corridors are crucial for allowing general aviation traffic to transition through or around busy controlled airspace (like Class B and C) without overwhelming air traffic control. While generally ...

Deep stalls (or Super Stalls) are a particularly dangerous type of aerodynamic stall, primarily affecting swept-wing, T-tailed aircraft, where extreme angles of attack can render the tail's control ...

The article compares the traditional Lycoming O-320, a long-dominant engine in the 160 hp aircraft trainer segment, with the newer Rotax 916 iS. The Lycoming O-320 is characterized by its larger ...

The Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) market has rapidly evolved over 20 years, offering a diverse range of innovative models from traditional aircraft to seaplanes and specialized designs. FAA's flexible ...

The Cessna 177 Cardinal was introduced in 1968 as a next-generation replacement for the 172, featuring an innovative strutless high wing, a stabilator (all-flying tail), and wider doors, ...

The de Havilland Beaver is an iconic, highly versatile single-engine aircraft renowned for its robust all-metal construction, impressive STOL capabilities, and adaptability to diverse roles from bush ...

Commercial drone pilots can build careers in a variety of fields, from agriculture to mapping to public safety. [Courtesy: DJI-Agras/Pixabay] The U.S. Department of Transportation and FAA have ...

M20s are four-seat planes, but the limited space for rear-seat passengers and low payload numbers mean that it’s far from a fill-the-seats-and-top-it-off-and-go kind of a plane. Mooneys are complex, ...

The article critiques the "pecking order" among aviators, particularly the uninformed dismissal of Part 103 ultralights, arguing for appreciation across all aviation categories. The Aerolite 103 is ...