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Can a Pilot Use Special VFR at Night?

It must be requested from the tower to navigate low visibility without an instrument rating.

A wide range of light aircraft and the pilots that fly them will be positively affected by the implementation of MOSAIC. [Credit: Leonardo Correa Luna]

First Phase of MOSAIC Arrives, Expands Sport Pilot Privileges

New FAA rule also removes weight limits for LSAs and introduces changes to aviator training and certification.

The Piper Cherokee that crashed September 28, 2022, in Pennsylvania was largely destroyed in a postcrash fire. [Credit: NTSB]

Illegal CFI Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter After Fatal Crash

Man whose certificates were revoked for ‘lack of demonstrated competence’ continued to instruct, leading to a 2022 accident that killed a student pilot.

Apps do all the calculations for you—and it’s fine to use them after you’ve learned the analog way to calculate these things. [Credit: Meg Godlewski]

Developing Navigation Skills Outside of Tech Still Imperative

Pilots must not rely solely on apps when it comes to not getting lost.

FLYING Finance Brings Aviator-Led Perspective to NBAA-BACE 2025

Company draws on nearly a century of aviation expertise.

As the government shutdown continues, student pilots ask questions and think about still getting their certificates. [Shutterstock]

Government Shutdown and Aviation: What Pilots Need to Know

Will it affect training check rides, air traffic control, and certifications?

About one-third of the town of Bar Harbor, Maine's 63 square miles is water. [Adobe Stock]

Bar Harbor, Maine, Offers ‘Crown Jewel’ of North Atlantic Coast

Charming coastal town is the gateway to scenic Acadia National Park and unique flying adventures.

Vintage rows in the morning at EAA AirVenture 2025 [Credit: Meg Godlewski]

EAA AirVenture Dates Announced Through 2029

Extended planning window offers global enthusiasts and businesses ample time to prepare for the aviation celebrations.

Sun ’n Fun to Showcase Patriotic Aircraft to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary

Pilots with red, white, and blue paint schemes are being offered complimentary admission to 2026 aerospace expo.
[photo courtesy Chris Lambert]

Former Pilot Receives ‘Life-Altering’ Treatment for Longtime Condition

Despite having hemophilia B, Greg Heifner became certificated to fly recreational aircraft.