…And Avoid
Seriously? That’s all we get? Our only takeaway is to watch for other traffic? I want more.
Flying is Expensive
That title shouldn’t surprise anyone, but in the last two years I’ve been painfully reminded of the depth and truth of that.
Backlogs
During the pandemic, we suffered increased lead times for things. Generally, these lengthy lead times were called “supply chain problems” or just “supply chain.”...
Staying Proficient
Staying proficient, or getting there if you’re not proficient, has long been a challenge for the typical general-aviation pilot. Of course, a proficient pilot...
Difficult Choice
After over 20 years of ownership, it might be time for new engines in our Cessna 340.
Security Theater?
Some might say it’s because of the security imposed on airline travel. Perhaps, but where’s the evidence that GA poses a threat?
Too Safe?
Recently someone reached out to me to discuss Richard McSpadden’s accident. While I try not to be a Monday-morning quarterback, he asked general questions...
Yearly Isn’t Enough
Eight years ago I retired from Part 121 flying. I currently have plenty of time in my logbook. At the airline I was flying...
New Opportunities
Unless you ignore general aviation news, you’ve probably already heard that all of the Belvoir Media Aviation titles—Aviation Consumer, Aviation Safety, AVweb, IFR, and...
It Can Happen
After over 8000 hours of general-aviation and airline flying, the other day I declared an emergency for the first time outside of training. It...
Too Difficult
Occasionally, a reader will complain that our Sim Challenges are too difficult. Really? That’s the point. Some pilots, a group that I reluctantly admit...
Staying Alive is Best
Uncommon is a magazine editor who doesn’t occasionally struggle to come up with a topic for the monthly editorial. For me, it’s become one...