Plane of the Week: Hawker Hurricane
The British Hawker Hurricane was one of the most important fighters for the Royal Air Force early on in WWII. It, along with the Supermarine Spitfire, earned victory laurels during both the Battle of Britain and the defense of Malta. While the Spitfire was the more popular of the two, [...]
The Airplane that Fights Jet Lag for You
Jet lag is problematic. You travel on an airplane for an extended amount of time and a feeling of fatigue and discomfort overcomes you upon reaching your destination. Our bodies try to compensate and you can take some steps to help fight it, too. However, what if the airplane you were [...]
Headwinds vs. Tailwinds and How They Affect Flight
There are a lot of natural occurrences that can affect an airplane’s flight. From geese and drones to snow and fog, a plane's takeoff or landing can be delayed. But what about headwinds and tailwinds? One works with and the other works against a plane’s flight. Ever wonder why, for [...]
Pilot Profile: Scott Crossfield
Albert S. "Scott" Crossfield was a Navy fighter pilot and flight instructor. Born on October 2, 1921, Crossfield attended the University of Washington to study aeronautical engineering. He eventually dropped out and instead graduated from civilian aviation school before obtaining his private pilot’s license. He shifted back and forth between [...]
NBAA Top Safety Focus Areas for 2018
National Business Aviation Association The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is an organization that focuses on supporting business aviation interests. In doing so, the organization and its members work to foster an environment that allows the business aviation industry to thrive both in the U.S. and around the world. FBAA [...]