• Flying

  • Chinese Flying Dragons

    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 [...]

  • Why Are Student Pilot Success Rates So Abysmal?

    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 [...]

  • More from Flying
  • Other Recent Articles

  • Aviator Sunglasses

    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 [...]

  • Aircraft Lightning Strike

    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 [...]

  • Are EMS Helicopters Safe?

    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 [...]

  • Archives: 
The Dangers of Night Flying – When VMC Doesn’t Really Mean VMC