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We interviewed Gene Lee about his beautiful Van's Aircraft RV-7A. Listen as he talks about getting his start in flying and acquiring his RV. Also, be sure and see the wonderful video footage of some of his flying adventures.
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Propellers are Expensive! Protect that Investment. A 3 mm thick tailored custom cover will help prevent damage during maintenance or “hangar rash”. BladeSox do more than just keep birds from messing on your prop.
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The End of Supervised Maintenance - Savvy Aviation
On September 3, 2024, the FAA's Rulemaking Law Division issued a legal interpretation that, if allowed to stand as the Agency's position, could have a devastating impact on the ability of aircraft owners and apprentice mechanics to perform maintenance on certificated aircraft under the supervision of an A&P mechanic.
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Could this mini turbine engine revolutionize general aviation? - AOPA: Your Freedom to Fly
Fly along with AOPA Editor at Large Dave Hirschman in a Bristell light sport airplane equipped with a 141 horsepower Turbotech turbine engine. The engine offers incredible performance while burning much less fuel than a traditional turboprop.
Could this mini turbine engine revolutionize general aviation?
Airpark MISCHIEF and A Hangar-Climbing Dog: Exploring T31 Aero-Country - Flying Doodles
DISCLAIMER: My dog was not harmed in the making of this video; he's a Jack Russell.. If you know anything about the breed, they are ALWAYS looking for trouble. Lilia did a great job of grabbing the little guy before any harm could befall him.
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RV10 - Build Section 37 Fuel System - Video 54 - Pilot Rhino
I am basically running a fully custom fuel system. Because I am using a Electronic Fuel Injection, we need a fuel return system, that requires a different pump and fuel selector which basically throws the entire vans plan out the window.
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Upcoming Aviation Events!

Aviation Events Calendar courtesy of FunPlacesToFly.com!

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Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 - Athens, GA.
UGA Aviation Club Fly-in!!. Athens Ben Epps (KAHN) * Get more details!

Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 - Beaumont, TX.
KBMT food truck fly in. Beaumont Municipal Airport (KBMT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 - McKinney, TX.
First Saturday Coffee and Donuts Fly-in. McKinney National Airport (KTKI) * Get more details!

Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 - Peru, IN.
FAA Safety Seminar and Fly-in Breakfast. Peru Municipal Airport (i76) * Get more details!

Saturday - Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 - Oct 11, 2025 - Ottawa, KS.
Aviation Explorers Post 8000 Breakfast Fly-in. Ottawa Airport (KOWI) * Get more details!

Saturday, Apr 19, 2025 - Marshall, TX.
Easter Egg Hunt/Fly in. Harrison county (KASL) * Get more details!

Thursday - Sunday, Apr 24-27, 2025 - Madisonville, KY.
Beech Bash In The Bluegrass. Madisonville Regional Airport (2I0) * Get more details!

Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 - Temple, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport (KTPL) * Get more details!

Thursday, May 1, 2025 - Knox, IN.
Pam's Retirement Send Off. Starke County Airport (OXI) * Get more details!

Sunday, May 4, 2025 - Moraine, OH.
Funday Sunday. Moraine Airpark (I73) * Get more details!

Saturday, May 10, 2025 - Massey, MD.
Chili Fiesta Fly-In at Massey Aerodrome. Massey Aerodrome (MD1) * Get more details!

Saturday, May 17, 2025 - Cox Field Airport, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Cox Field Airport (KPRX) * Get more details!

Saturday, May 17, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Triple P BBQ Saturday. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Saturday, May 17, 2025 - Oroville, CA.
Oroville Airport Day and Fly-In. Oroville Municipal Airport (KOVE) * Get more details!

Sunday, May 18, 2025 - Sodus, NY.
59th Apple Blossom Festival Fly-In Pancake Breakfast MAY 19th, 2024. Williamson-Sodus Airport (SDC) * Get more details!

Saturday, May 24, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Big Burger Saturday. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 - Keosauqua, IA.
Fly Van Buren. Keosauqua Municipal Airport 6K9 * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 - Midlothian, TX.
Pancake Breakfast Fly-In/Drive-In. Mid-Way Regional Airport (KJWY) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 - Milwaukee, WI.
8th Annual Flour Drop Contest. Milwaukee Timmerman Airport (KMWC) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Triple P BBQ Saturday. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 - Canton, MI.
EAA Chapter 113 Father's Day Pancake Breakfast. Mettetal (1D2) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 - Houston, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Ellington Airport (KEFD) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 - Lakeview, MI.
Lakeview Summer Fest Fly In Pancake Breakfast. Lakeview Griffith Field Airport (13C) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 - Massey, MD.
Antique Airplane Fly-In at Massey Aerodrome. Massey Aerodrome (MD1) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 - Romeoville, IL.
Pancake Breakfast - EAA Chapter 15. Lewis University Airport (KLOT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 - Watervliet, MI.
Steak Fry. 40C - Watervliet, MI (40C) * Get more details!

Sunday, Jul 6, 2025 - Watervliet, MI.
Pancake Breakfast. 40C - Watervliet, MI (40C) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jul 12, 2025 - Cleburne, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Cleburne Regional Airport (KCPT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jul 12, 2025 - Elyria, OH.
2025 Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show. Lorain County Regional Airport (KLPR) * Get more details!

Sunday, Jul 13, 2025 - CHESANING, MI.
Chesaning Sportplane Association Dawn Patrol. Howard Nixon Memorial Airport (50G) * Get more details!

Sunday, Jul 13, 2025 - East Tawas, MI.
Iosco Flying Club Annual Fly-in Dawn Patrol. Iosco County Airport (6D9) * Get more details!

Friday - Saturday, Jul 18-19, 2025 - Yellowknife, NT.
Yellowknife Bush Pilot Fly-In. (CYZF) * Get more details!

Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Freedom Fly-In. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Aug 2, 2025 - Larchwood, IA.
Pancake Lunch Fly In. Zangger Vintage Airpark (2VA) * Get more details!

Saturday, Aug 9, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Triple P BBQ Saturday. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 - Corsicana, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. C David Campbell Field-Corsicana Municipal Airport (KCRS) * Get more details!

Saturday - Sunday, Aug 16-17, 2025 - OSCODA TWP, MI.
WURTSMITH AIR MUSEUM TWO-DAY FLY-IN PANCAKE BREAKFAST. OSCODA-WURTSMITH AIRPORT (OSC) * Get more details!

Saturday, Aug 23, 2025 - New Castle, PA.
Airplanes and Automobiles. New Castle Municipal (KUCP) * Get more details!

Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 - Sulphur Springs, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport (KSLR) * Get more details!

Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Triple P BBQ Saturday. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 - Milwaukee, WI.
13th Annual Spot Landing Contest. Milwaukee Timmerman Airport (KMWC) * Get more details!

Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 - Lebanon, OH.
Airport Fest. Warren County Airport (I68) * Get more details!

Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 - Marysville, OH.
Oktoberfest Fly-In. Union County Airport (KMRT) * Get more details!

Sunday, Oct 5, 2025 - Watervliet, MI.
Chili Hop. Watervliet Municipal Airport (40C) * Get more details!

Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 - Fort Worth, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (KAFW) * Get more details!

Saturday - Sunday, Oct 18-19, 2025 - Tallulah, LA.
The Best Little Air Show in the World. (KTVR) * Get more details!

Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 - Carthage, NC.
Festival D'Avion. Moore County Airport (KSOP) * Get more details!

Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 - Camden, SC.
Carolina Aviators Network Toys4Tots Dropoff. Woodward Field (KCDN) * Get more details!

Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 - Mount Pleasant, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (KOSA) * Get more details!

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 - Gainesville, TX.
Airplanes and Coffee. Gainesville Municipal Airport (KGLE) * Get more details!

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