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July-December

Air Show Safety

December 30 - This year closes and with it many of our friends who perform at air shows have "Gone West".  I have witnessed two of these accidents in twenty-four months.  Out of that has come a my desire to improve the performance and response time of those who are protecting my friends.  We we are preparing a CD with information that will be free to those who have air shows.  I have the info posted on this page.  EVERYTHING on that page, my story and the links at the bottom are Public Domain, use them anyway you see fit.  Take a look and join Fly-Low's effort to spread these documents to those who have airshows..

Ralph McCormick

"Wild Girls Do!"

December 20 - Did you ever wonder, “what if”, “if only” or “what would it be like”?  Jacquie Warda’s thoughts of flying go back to her childhood.  Not many days passed in her young life where dreams of flight didn’t linger.  She was exposed to aviation at the age of three.  And as the saying goes, she grew up and life got in the way of flight lessons early on, so she waited.   MORE...

Texas T-Cart

December 20 - Season greetings and other information from Randy And Di Henderson of Texas T-Carts.  MORE...

Trojan Phlyers

December 13 - The Trojan Phlyers aerobatic demonstration team (www.trojanphlyers.com) has just returned from its first ever International performance. The three-ship North American T28 demo team was invited to perform in Acapulco, Mexico at the Alextremo Air Show on 3rd, 4th, and 5^th of November 2006.  MORE...

"Sons of Legends"

December 13 - For over 30 years, the definition of air shows has been Jimmy Franklin and Bobby Younkin.  These two brought the most innovative, insane, and impossible acts to life with their super-human ability to fly.  By keeping the tradition alive, the next generation of Franklin and Younkin are showing the world that they have what Bobby used to call “that defective gene.”  Kyle Franklin and Matt Younkin are both third generation pilots who come from rather well known families in the aviation community.  They are less than a year apart in age and air shows have been a part of their lives since day one.    MORE...      

Looking for First Flight Planes

December 6 - If you have a homebuilt that you have recently flown for the first time...  Send us the photo and information.  We will run it in our January Issue...  Send to airmail@fly-low.com

A Picture = 1000 Words

December 2 - ShowPro Video is a division of AV8S Service Group owned by Mike Zimmerman.  His team specializes in performer and air show promotional videos.  More...

Air Show Magic

cover story

November 29 - Air shows bring excitement to any town.  Then why not have one in your town in 2007.  Here is your first step.

December Issue of Fly-Low

November 27 - The December issue of Fly-Low will be at your FBO starting today.  This issue features some our best aerobatic performers, air show information, safety information, and general aviation news.  For those of you who may just catch the eFly-Low, subscriptions are available.  We accept stories from all fifty states, since the hard copy issue is now found there.  Send your story in to airmail@fly-low.com if you want to submit an aviation article.  We have posted the new classified page in a PDF format this time.  Take a look.

Short Field Operations

November 11 - Sparky Imeson presents us with a short synopsis of a short field landing.  HERE...

$100 HB Locations Readers Choice

November 11 - Over the years we have received suggestions from readers as to their favorite locations for the $100 Hamburger.  We have compiled them in no particular order or sequence and placed them on this page.

November 2006 Cover Story: 

October 31 - The November 2006 issue features our friend Doc Baldwin on the cover is in FBOs starting today.  "Doc" was killed in a plane crash in Tucumcari (NM) while performing during an air show.  The above photo of the November cover consist of three photos.  The photos of "Doc" were taken at Tucumcari.  The Flag represents the attire that he always wore at air shows.  He would always have a shirt on composed of the ,red, white and blue,.  To read our story about his life and legacy, go to HERE.

Oklahoma's Festival of Flight

October 31 - Out in the flat lands of Oklahoma is the town of Alva.  This year a group of citizen pilots put on a rather nice air show called the Oklahoma Festival of Flight.  MORE...

Florida Aviation Camp

October 26 - Here are words from a Florida Aviation camp for kids. 

If you are ready for the best aviation experience in Central Florida, we want you. In just 48 hours you will learn about planes, see them in person, and even fly them. You will also get a chance to play with the phenomenon of aerodynamics like the pioneers of flight. 

Check out the site to learn more about this awesome aviation adventure!

Lackland Air Show

October 22 - If you are planning to attend the Lackland (TX) AirFest 2006 on Nov. 4-5 may be interested in taking advantage of a hassle-free parking opportunity, courtesy of USAA.  For the first time ever, USAA is offering Five Star Parking during Lackland Air Fest 2006.  Here's what current and prospective USAA members who participate in this event can enjoy:

Free generously sized parking spaces.
A free air-conditioned shuttle to the air show.
Free refreshments.
On-site security.
A free car wash coupon for the Wash Tub.
A gift bag will be left in each participating car.

If you want to sign-up and reserve their Five-Star Parking space and get the VIP treatment from USAA go to  www.usaafivestarparking.com

If You Are Intercepted

October 18 - It never hurts to be prepared.  With the heightened fear from small aircraft, this document is a 'need to read' paper.  Published by the FAA and copied whole to this website in PDF format, download it and take a look.  Intercept Procedures.

Mayor Daley, Shame On You!

October 16 - You know every time I hear of more air space closing, Mayor Daley beating his drum, Senators in Washington demanding General Aviation stop flying - I get real upset.  It appears that so does Phil Boyer.  Instead of me typing those angry words, I'll let you read what Brother Phil had to say...  Go to here...

Email your Senator or Representative to support General Aviation....

Senator ----  Here                        Representative ----  Here

Phil Boyer's summation...  "

"If you're not willing to be consistent, then we might think that you're pandering to uninformed public fears, posturing from the soapbox of demagoguery, screaming security for your own political ends."  Go to the above link and read the entire statement.

Guess What Is A NO-NO???

October 7 - Recently, Unicom frequency has seen the increase usage of “Any traffic in the area, please advise.”  It seems that the FAA believes that if you are a pilot in the area, you will announce your position, without being asked to do so.  That is just plain common sense.  MORE...

Tulsa 'Celebrate Freedom'

October 7 - Are you ready for some great family fun and excitement?  Celebrate Freedom with us on Saturday, Nov. 11^th with the local squadron of the Commemorative Air Force who is sponsoring their fifth annual ‘Celebrate Freedom’ – Big Band Hangar Dance and Aircraft Display.  MORE...

CPA Goes To Western Skyways

October 7 - Internationally known aviation engine and accessories shop, Western Skyways recently hosted over 32 pilots during the Colorado Pilots Association (CPA) fly-in held July 14-16 in Montrose, Colorado.   MORE...

SkyVenture Receives Award

October 7 - Arkansas Cessna Pilot Center SkyVenture Aviation earned the Cessna Diamond Award, recognizing owners Mark Frankum and Kathy Moore. The Diamond Award is presented to an outstanding flight school that is selected from the nearly 300 worldwide Cessna Pilot Centers affiliated with Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. company.   MORE...

"Doc" Guy Baldwin Crashes at TCC

October 5 - One of our best aerobatic performers was killed yesterday at the Tucumcari air show.  The air show, held on Wednesday, is one of New Mexico's best air shows put on by the Tucumcari Rotary club.  MORE...

Weekend Mountain Flying Clinic

September 13 - The New Mexico Pilots Association (NMPA­­) and the Santa Fe Civil Air Patrol (CAP) will present a weekend mountain flying clinic on September 15-17, 2006.  A mountain flying ground school will be held Friday evening covering flying safely in the mountains.  There will be a half day flying in the mountains with a highly experienced and qualified mountain Certified Flight Instructor (CFI).  MORE...

Winnie Mae's Pant Comes Home

September 13 - A piece of the famous Winnie Mae airplane flown around the world in a record-setting flight by Oklahoma aviator Wiley Post will return to Oklahoma Saturday during a welcome home party and reception at Wiley Post Airport.  MORE...

Okie Derby Results

September 13 - On Saturday August 19, 2006, twenty-four pilots and co-pilots took off from Wiley Post Airport in Oklahoma City to have fun and test their flying skills at the 28^th Annual Okie Derby Proficiency Air Race.   MORE...

Oshkosh AirVenture Accidents

September 13 - From EAA these are the details as they are known to this point.  The NTSB is currently investigating both accidents that occurred at AirVenture 2006.  For complete details go HERE.                         

Photo (c) Brad Kidder

Indiana Event

August 20 - Join us on September 30, 2006 for the 10th annual Lee Bottom Wood, Fabric & Tailwheels Fly-In.  MORE..

New Mexico Pilots Association

August 6 - The New Mexico Pilots Assoc will present a free Federal Aviation Administration aviation safety seminar for area pilots on Saturday 19 August from 10 am to noon at the Mesa Airlines Pilot Development Program facilities at the Farmington Four Corners Regional Airport.  The seminar is hosted by the Mesa Airlines Pilot Development Program.  This presentation is open to the public and it is free.  More...

Arkansas Pilots Air Camp

August 6 - Arkansas pilots who believe in the fulfillment of a dream, got together and created the Pilot's Association of Arkansas Air Camp.  Five hot days in August with 31 kids from all over the state made up one of the best air camps Arkansas has ever seen.  The kids, parents, grandparents, and pilots have expressed the value of this camp as being extremely good.  For more info go here...

Ohio Air Show

August 5 - Check this air show out HERE...

US Air Race Ends In WI

July 26 - The 2006 National Cross Country Air Races concluded on July 23, 2006.   Three races were successfully flown and the perfect safety record of the U.S. Air Race continues.  The first event, the Hutchinson 300 challenged the pilots by allowing navigation by pilotage only.  Think the broad expanses of Kansas and the skill required becomes apparent.  MORE...

Oshkosh AirVenture 2006

July 23 - After a full opening day of flying on Monday, July 24 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2006, AeroShell Square will be full of "Fun, Fun, Fun" that evening as the Beach Boys bring in their sounds of summer, compliments of the Ford Motor Company.   MORE...
 

The Man Behind ANN

July 23 - July 23 - Aero-News Network (ANN) is the brainchild of US Aviator magazine Publisher and Aviation Safety Advocate Jim Campbell, whose brave efforts to bring constructive and honest information to the aviation industry are well-known.  More...

Red Bull Race - Fleet Week

July 10 - Red Bull Air Race World Series Returns to San Francisco Fleetweek Hosts the Premier Race of Speed and Precision Flying For the Second Year.  MORE...
 

Zenith Aircraft Open Hangar Day

July 10 -  Zenith Aircraft Company's 15th annual OPEN HANGAR day has been scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2006 at Mexico Memorial Airport in central Missouri. All aviation enthusiasts are invited to drive or fly-in. MORE...

Mineta Steps Down

July 9 - The June 23 announcement of the resignation of Transportation Secretary Norman Y. Mineta is a big loss to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and general aviation (GA).  His resignation was effective July 7.  MORE...

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