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Used Aircraft Guide: Cessna 340 Boasts Cabin-Class Comfort and Pleasing Handling
Be sure to remember the importance of staying ahead of maintenance and planning for engine swaps.
Cessna 340
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I’ve Known Some Good Doctor Pilots—and Some Unlucky Ones
In 1966, the FAA released a report that found that physicians had a fatality rate four times greater than other pilots.
Sleek Lines Come With Steep Cost
Seductiveness of aircraft imagery just can’t be denied.
Preparing to Pay a Premium
Looking for that next airplane also means navigating the insurance.
Half Century of Flight Has Included Some Altitude and Ground Speed
Pilot career experiences both fast and slow, and high and low.
Should We All Be Frightened of the GA Future Ahead?
A short flight generates sobering thoughts on insurance, eyesight, and avgas.
Avoiding Mid-Airs: Safety in the Practice Area
We were about to turn base to final at the non-towered airport when another pilot reported he was on final — but a few miles out. I didn’t see him. Chapter 1 of the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C) notes that all pilots should practice the concept of see and avoid other traffic.
Three Killed in California Mid-Air Collision
A Cessna twin overtakes a Cessna 152 at Watsonville Airport.
Rescue Dogs and Airplanes
If one thing’s for sure, a good dog and a good airplane make for a good life.
