On Our Radar: April’s Aviation Picks From FLYING Magazine

These standout aviation products and services are worth a closer look.

FLYING Staff

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

AVI-8 watch [Credit: AVI-8 Timepieces]

Key Takeaways:

The article features editor-recommended aviation products, including functional and stylish pilot watches from AVI-8.
Pilot education and training resources are highlighted, such as UAV Coach for drone certification and Rod Machado’s engaging ground school for traditional pilots.
Other notable recommendations include Army Navy Outdoors for a variety of outdoor and survival gear, and PlaneTags, unique keepsakes made from recycled aircraft skin.

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Here is a collection of editor-recommended aviation products and services that are worth a closer look. From practical tools to thoughtful solutions, this is what caught our eye in the April Issue 969 of the FLYING print edition.

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