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“Sully” Sullenberger and Scott Skiles Checkout in the Douglas DC-7

JetAviator7 — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:30:51 +0000

Several airlines were still operating the Douglas DC-7 aircraft when I was learning to fly while attending Michigan State University. We always had to be careful to not taxi too close behind those 4 engine behemoths to avoid being blown over by the “prop wash”. Believe it or not, this was in the mid-60s while [...]

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The SR-71 Aircraft – Bye Bye Blackbird

JetAviator7 — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:30:04 +0000

The Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird” is perhaps one of the most fascinating aircraft ever built, particularly considering its first flight took place in December of 1964 – long before most of us even knew the aircraft existed. As pilots we are always interested in aircraft, and in particular unique and interesting aircraft. More than that, we [...]

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We Remember Those Who Served in World War II

JetAviator7 — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:30:58 +0000

The United States seems to be engaged in a lot of wars these days, but some of us who are older harken back to the days of the “Great War” – World War II. It seems that life was simpler then, our purpose clearer and our resolve stronger. Today, many of those veterans are at [...]

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The B-17 Flying Fortress – Symbol of American Air Power

JetAviator7 — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:30:35 +0000

During World War II the B-17 Flying Fortress was flown by approximately 250,00 Americans in both the European and Pacific theaters of war. The B-17 was originally designed by Boeing, made its first flight on July 28th, 1935, and entered service with the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1938. 12,731 B-17s were manufactured between 1936 [...]

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The Flying Tigers

JetAviator7 — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:30:27 +0000

Shortly after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor the long time efforts of Claire L. Chennault, a captain in the United States Army Air Corps which had begun in 1937, bore first fruits. He had formed the A.V.G. (American Volunteer Group) – a group of American pilots and a number of Curtis P-40B Tomahawk aircraft [...]

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Offutt Air Force Base

JetAviator7 — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 08:30:22 +0000

Most of us live in relative ignorance of what the military does for us unless there is a war on; then, the news coverage is all about casualties and political rhetoric about what is going on. But the U.S. military is a much larger organization that performs many missions which are not necessarily related to [...]

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How Randolph Aviator Sunglasses Lenses Are Made

JetAviator7 — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:39:58 +0000

Many consider Randolph Aviator sunglasses the epitome of sunglasses. With their rugged construction, outstanding fit and finish, excellent performance and incredible mineral crown glass lenses, pilots and outdoorsmen worldwide prefer Randolph Aviators to an others. But what makes them so good? Check out the following slideshow to see exactly how these world class Randolph Aviator [...]

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Some Aviation Humor to Brighten Your Day!

JetAviator7 — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:40:19 +0000

It’s true – even pilots enjoy some humor. As you travel on the airlines across the county many times I am sure you wonder what is going on in the cockpit up front. Are the pilots asleep? Are they doing something they shouldn’t? Are they really qualified to be taking us on this trip? Trust [...]

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Aircraft Lightning Strike

JetAviator7 — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:30:15 +0000

There is nothing quite like an aircraft lightning strike, and sometimes we catch one on video that is truly interesting. Today I am going to share one such aircraft lightning strike with you. An airliner has just taxied into its parking spot when lightning strikes the tail of the aircraft. As any pilot knows an [...]

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Will the HondaJet Really Capture 25% of the VLJ Market?

JetAviator7 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:35:34 +0000

Talk about a patient company when it comes to development of a new jet aircraft! Michimasa Fujino, a spokesman for Honda, announced that Honda expects the HondaJet to capture fully 25% of the very light jet aircraft market. He compared the HondaJet to the entry of the Homda Civic years ago, and predicted a similar [...]

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Chinese Flying Dragons

JetAviator7 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:21:32 +0000

As pilots we all love anything that flies, but sometimes even I wonder whether this makes any sense at all. One thing I give Red Bull credit for – they find the most amazing flying aircraft and devices – and the pilots to fly them. How would you like to race through canyons, over roads [...]

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Are EMS Helicopters Safe?

JetAviator7 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 02:09:10 +0000

Recently there was an EMS helicopter accident involving the Mayo Clinic where there was an early morning flight to procure an organ for transplant to save a patients life. 3 people died in the crash including a cardiovascular surgeon, a procurement technician and a pilot. Fire destroyed almost 90% of the helicopter which means the [...]

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Where Have All the Pilots Gone? Is There Really a Pilot Shortage?

JetAviator7 — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:15:06 +0000

Ever since I got serious about flying and got my Commercial Pilot’s license with Instrument Rating I have heard the lament that there is a “pilot shortage” coming. Many years have passed since that time as I continued to build experience, acquire an ATP pilot certificate and several type ratings. Let me tell you a [...]

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Why Are Student Pilot Success Rates So Abysmal?

JetAviator7 — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:16:09 +0000

Over the weekend the Sport Aviation Expo took place in Sebring, Florida providing for some interesting news for those of us interested in flying and aviation. These events are usually well attended by representatives from the FAA, and this one was no exception. As always there is news to be had, and one of the [...]

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General Aviation User Fees

JetAviator7 — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 09:35:37 +0000

Apparently someone has to pay for President Obama to fly in that government Boeing 747, and he needs to reduce the budget deficit so he is coming after all of us “fat cats”. Oh, you didn’t know that you are a “fat cat”? Well, you own or rent airplanes and fly around the skies in [...]

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