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Video: AOPA Hands Over Sweepstakes Airplane in the Air

Steve Lagergren of Litchfield, Minnesota, got the surprise of his life this week. While flying his experimental Van’s RV-7 he took delivery of a brand new airplane — a fully restored 1963 Beechcraft Debonair that was a gift from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. AOPA’s president Mark Baker and AOPA Pilot editor at large […]

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‘Flying Is…’ Video Contest: We Announce the Winner

When we launched our “Flying Is…” video contest, sponsored by Garmin, we knew we’d be in for some great flying footage and some amazing aerial views. And you didn’t disappoint. Throughout the contest we’ve received incredible videos showcasing the power of aviation to take individuals to new heights, both literally and figuratively. These videos capture […]

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Video: Flying Is … a Lifeline

In remote regions of the world, general aviation serves as a vital tool for countless people who rely on the life-saving transportation it provides. Flying enthusiast Peter Neal gives us a closer glimpse into the types of incredible missions aviation makes possible with this video footage of service flights to the Borneo Jungle. Check it […]

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Get a Behind the Scenes Look at Airshows with Air Boss

If you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of major airshows such as AirVenture, which just concluded on Sunday, here is your chance to find out. A reality TV miniseries called Air Boss just launched over the weekend on iTunes TV with great success. According to FourPoints Television, the company that produced Air […]

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B-29 Superfortress Nears First Flight

Volunteers in Wichita, Kansas, who are working to restore a B-29 Superfortress named Doc have brought the massive airplane close to completion and are getting ready to return the bomber to the skies before the new year. The non-profit volunteer organization Doc’s Friends is now raising money for a permanent museum to provide protection and […]

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Video: Alaska Floatplane’s Close Call with a Whale

We’ve all heard of deer and even an occasional moose crossing the path of a landing airplane, but it’s not often a whale gets in the way. That’s exactly what happened recently in Angoo, Alaska, when the quick reaction of a floatplane pilot avoided what could have been a calamitous outcome for airplane and the […]

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Video: Landing on a Mobile Runway

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to land on an aircraft carrier? While there is nothing like a real-life experience, this 20-minute video will have you on your toes as it does a terrific job of highlighting the dangers and excitement of landing on a pitching carrier deck. The video provides an intimate glimpse […]

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Video: Sonex JSX-2 Jet’s First Flight

Sonex Aircraft has completed the initial series of flight tests of the SubSonex JSX-2 personal jet, flying the diminutive single-seater for the first time on July 10 from the company’s home base in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, ahead of its public debut later this month at AirVenture. “Its flight characteristics can be summed up in two words: […]

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Video: Learn How the Thunderbirds’ Aerial Shots are Made

Have you ever wondered how the images on the beautiful posters of the Thunderbirds are made? Well, here’s your chance to find out. In this video U.S. Air Force photojournalist Staff Sergeant Larry Reid Jr. explains how the airplane he flies in follows the team of six F-16s in close trail to allow him to […]

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Video: F-16 Extreme Low Approach Thrills Spectators

A Turkish F-16 landing at the Waddington Airshow in England sent spectators scurrying for cover as the fighter skimmed over the tops of heads during an extremely low approach. It was a repeat of a similar scene at RAF Waddington last summer, when a Eurofighter Typhoon flew within feet of the airport perimeter fence while […]

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