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N202DK Fatal Weather Encounter B55 Baron 9 July 2026

A 1978 Beachcraft Baron crashed near Waterloo, Illinois on July 9, 2026, killing pilot Jimmy Don Lewis and his son Braden while returning from St. Louis at night. The aircraft encountered severe convective weather, with…

How THIS Company LOST Its Own Fighter Jet!

You've heard the expression, "A jack of all trades is a master of none." And sometimes it's a fair criticism, but just very occasionally, people say about something that genuinely works for many roles, but it just can't…

ExecuJet MRO Services Belgium approved for Falcon 6X maintenance - Business Jet Interiors

ExecuJet MRO Services Belgium approved for Falcon 6X maintenance Business Jet Interiors [truncated: Google News RSS provides only a snippet, not full article

JCB Aero completes ACJ319 and ACJ320 maintenance - Business Jet Interiors

JCB Aero completes ACJ319 and ACJ320 maintenance Business Jet Interiors [truncated: Google News RSS provides only a snippet, not full article

Catalina Aircraft pushes ahead with updated Catalina II after securing 46-aircraft commitment

Catalina Aircraft secured a 46-aircraft commitment and is advancing development of an updated Catalina II model. The aircraft manufacturer continues production planning based on the substantial customer order.

Descending down on a Bonanza

thought about this, idk if its just a super coincidence or actually real

Tried a post production effect or smth

Plane ID

Suitcase sitting by itself on the asphalt for hours before a torrential downpour. Oddly looked exactly like mine, and mine also got soaked.

Looking for what this flight possibly was

Bird watching

Amateur photographers photographed a recently-added CalFire C-130 Hercules aircraft landing near Sacramento's airbase using a Canon Rebel t7 and 75-300mm lens. The photograph captured a bird flying above the aircraft,…

If you know.. you know 🥵

"I've got a number for you to call" - what happens then? What if the pilot chooses not to call?

Mirror, mirror on the wall...

Traffic inbound CDG holding as the aerial celebrations begin over the Champs Élysées

Some of the planes of the 14th of July parade (A400-M, Rafale, Breguet Atlantic, Mirage 2000...)

Some July 14th flyover pics !

I’m quitting my job to get my CFI rating

An individual who recently obtained their Commercial Single Engine Land rating is pursuing full-time Certified Flight Instructor training with financial support from their spouse. The person seeks guidance on an optimal…

Is Fujairah Aviation Academy worth it?

A prospective aviation student posted an inquiry about Fujairah Aviation Academy's Integrated ATPL program, which costs approximately AED 350,000, asking about training quality, instructor expertise, airline placement…

Joining cadet program after part 61 CFI rating?

Airline cadet programs offer competitive prospects for airline employment as of July 2026. Piedmont and Envoy airlines reportedly accept applicants with self-funded private pilot through certified flight instructor…

Get CFII?

A CFI with 1000 hours recently received a conditional job offer from a regional airline cadet program with an anticipated class date 2-6 months away. Having completed the CFII written examination, the pilot sought…

Best flight schools in Houston area

A post sought recommendations for flight schools in the Houston area, specifically exploring both Part 61 and Part 141 training options.

How to pack clothes for 8 day rotation?

A pilot working an 8-day rotation schedule reported difficulty fitting sufficient clothing in a standard 22-inch suitcase, with particular concern about accommodating seasonal items like hoodies during winter months.…