The de Havilland Comet, the world's first jet airliner, was plagued by mysterious and catastrophic mid-air breakups shortly after its introduction in the early 1950s. Extensive investigation, ...

The McDonnell X-85 Goblin was developed from prototype to jet-powered hot rod in no time at all during the Cold War era. (U.S. Air Force photo) The McDonnell XF-85 Goblin was an experimental "parasite ...

Garmin has launched two new aviator smartwatches, the D2 Air X15 and D2 Mach 2, both featuring AMOLED touchscreens, built-in speakers and microphones, and extensive avionics connectivity. Both models ...

Diamond Aircraft is resuming European production of the DA20i Katana after a 10-year hiatus, driven by demand from flight schools and private owners. The newly revived aircraft will be produced in ...

VFR night flying significantly increases pilot limitations due to reduced visibility and human physiological constraints, requiring pilots to treat it as akin to instrument flight and adopt stricter ...

Even aircraft certified for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) have components not covered by de-icing systems, which can still be compromised by ice. Unprotected parts ...

The 1970s are fondly remembered as a golden age for personal flying, marked by unrivaled activity and popularity, culminating 20 years of technological and demographic growth. During this decade, ...

The Piper Meridian is a single-engine turboprop designed to meet the demand for higher speeds (260 knots) in general aviation, optimized for efficient and practical flight at high altitudes. It ...

Explore Affordable Aviation by Dan Johnson on Plane & Pilot Magazine — your guide to light-sport, ultralight, and experimental aircraft. With decades of Dan’s experience, this section offers pilot ...

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk, introduced nearly 50 years ago, remains one of the best-selling airplanes globally, renowned for its versatility and ease of use. Its initial design, featuring tricycle landing ...

The Lancair Evolution, a high-performance, turbine-powered kit aircraft, now features an optional Rough Service Landing Gear (RSLG) which significantly expands its utility by allowing operations on ...

Hanging from the roof at Las Vegas McCarran International Airport is the Cessna 172 known as â Hacienda,â named after the hotel that sponsored the record flight. That flight, which began with a ...