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Three Tips for New Owners Flying to EAA AirVenture

Taking your new aircraft to aviation’s biggest party? Here’s how to get the most out of the experience.
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How Is an Annual Inspection Like Fatherhood?

A pilot waits expectantly for the maintenance technician to finish the job.
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The Adventure of Preparing for The First Annual Inspection

Going up against the clock meant planning was crucial, as was dealing with challenges along the way.
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Finally, It’s Time To Solo

As this pilot gets ready to go in the air alone for the first time in 19 years, lots of thoughts come and ...
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The Final Moments of Checkout Training Bring an Unexpected Fear

Flying his own Cessna 170 makes this pilot look inward and face his own insecurities.
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Fun Mods or Saving for a Potentially Expensive First Annual?

This pilot wrestles with and nervously answers an age-old question, sort of.
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A Long-Awaited Return to the Skies Comes With Anxious Moments

With an engine break-in behind him, our friendly pilot nervously continues his checkout training.
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Should Airplane Sweepstakes Give Non-Owners an Edge?

Now that he owns an aircraft, this pilot thinks that luck and fortune should smile on aspiring owners.
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Flying Off Boring Break-In Hours Leads to a Neat Adventure

As the author deals with a case of deja vu, some well-networked friends make a sometimes mundane task a lot more fun.
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Sometimes, Leaving More Things to Chance Can Be a Good Thing

While lots of us aviation types can be very analytical, for one couple, a bit less of a plan worked out well.
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