The New Owner

On a day when mechanical frustrations mounted, one of the single greatest features of an airplane turned out to be its former owner.

During Oshkosh month, the severity of aircraft mechanical problems increases exponentially as the date of the magnificent fly-in nears.

So you’re finally an airplane owner. The best place to park and camp at AirVenture in Oshkosh largely depends on what kind you have.

Joining a like-minded group of aviators is an invaluable resource for shoppers as well as owners.

Here’s a list of what to look for and what questions to ask when shopping around for a hangar.

There are plenty of options, but each has its advantages and disadvantages.

Ideal conditions don’t happen often for aircraft owners, so celebrate them when they do.

There are things pilots can do to keep themselves and their aircraft prepared during extended periods of gray.

To maintain a vintage airplane in safe, reliable condition on a real-world budget, one must view the knowledge of its inner workings and maintenance as an entirely separate hobby in and of itself.

Even short flights can provide learning experiences that change how you fly.