"The walk to the ferry terminal area of town is about 15 minutes from the transient parking area in the NE corner of the airport. There are a few restaurants and things about 10 minutes into the jaunt.
Ernie's Aviation Cafe is on the NW side located on the field. Be sure to check the hours. Most things in FH seem to shutdown around 7pm, although I'm sure there are at least a few options after that. Worth the flight, that is for sure!" - Submitted by Russ Longdon
How to Install LED Nav Lights on a Cessna Turbo 206
- Personal Wings
Traditional aircraft lights have been hot, short lived, and so-so for brightness. Now, with advances in LED light technology, aircraft lights can be brighter, last longer, and run on far less power than incandescent bulbs.
Behind the scenes at Hartzell Learning WAY more than expected about props!
"Located near Yellowstone Park and Jackson Hole, Driggs is a great starting point for some of the most spectacular Flight-Seeing in the Rocky Mountains." - Submitted by Mike
"Great place to fly to near glacier national park with good food. Walking distance from Red Eagle Aviation 406-755-2376. Back country strips close by." - Submitted by Mike Smith
Beyond Proficient: Flying to Catalina Island
- Air Safety Institute
Want to know what it takes to fly to Catalina Island (KAVX)? Join the AOPA Air Safety Institute in the first episode of Beyond Proficient, a new series focusing on getting you out of your comfort zone, challenging your flying skills, and doing it safely.
"High altitude airport ski resort. Hiking and several good restaurants in the area. Big Bear City Airport is located in Southern California, approximately 40 miles outside of the Los Angeles metropolitan area, on the southern boundary of the San Bernardino Mountain Range. The Airport provides a safe operating environment for general aviation aircraft, ranging from gliders to small corporate jets." - Submitted by newslinknet
Winds of Texas
- Backcountry Pilot
This last Spring I made it down to Texas to attend the first annual Texas STOL Roundup, a fly-in and competition organized by my friend Phil Whittemore. Phil picked me up at Austin International in his Skywagon, and after sampling local taco truck we headed out to his home base at Spicewood airport, which was experiencing uncharacteristically calm winds , and an amazing Blue bonnet explosion.
"Visit the museum and take an exciting and educating tour through our Nation's WW-II history. Watch the events unfold, from the preludes to war in Asia and Europe to the fall of the Third Reich and the defeat of the Japanese Empire." - Submitted by Mike Smith
This story is only just beginning :). More to come soon!
"Such a cute restaurant and bar called Tipsy McFly's in the airport terminal NO NEED TO GO THROUGH TSA to get to the restaurant. Locally operated mom pop place." - Submitted by Susan L Bates
BBQ, cheesesteaks, burgers, grilled cheeses, ice cream, vintage automobiles aircraft on display, helicopter rides, certified flight instructors available to speak with, raffle to win free introductory flight lesson from Vermont Flight Academy LED landing light from Whelen Aerospace Technologies. This is what summer is all about. Join us at Franklin County State Airport FSO on July 10, 2022, 11a-3p.
Mo's Backyard BBQ, LLC
Church Street Cheesesteaks
The Melted Cheesiere
Glory Burger
Ben Jerry's
North Country Heliflite
Vermont Automobile Enthusiasts
Vermont Flight Academy
Whelen Aerospace Technologies
"The Lost Sea is located about 4 miles from the airport. Airport is 'friendly', Courtesy car is available and aircraft fuel prices are reasonable. The Lost Sea is the largest underground lake in the US. A walk down through interesting caverns ends in a glass bottom boat-ride. There are abundant 18 inch trout. Gift shops and grill-type restaurants onsite. Well worth the trip." - Submitted by Tiger Ace
"HOURS OF OPERATION: Sunday to Saturday 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
You can expect the food to be top notch with fresh ingredients and made from scratch cooking served up with a warmth and friendship.
Take some time on your lunch break to try us out, we offer quick service and can have you fed and back to work in less than an hour, if you have less time call your meal in advance and we will have it ready for you when you get there or you can have it to take out. We offer breakfast all day and are open early enough in the morning that you can eat before work.
Wings Airport Café located in the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport just minutes from downtown Brainerd, 1.5 miles east of the East Brainerd Mall on Hwy 210, left on Airport road." - Submitted by Jim
Early Analysis: N8845Z - Cessna 172 Forced Landing on Bridge May 14, 2022 Miami, FL
- Air Safety Institute
ASI Executive Director, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on May 14, 2022 when a Cessna 172 Skyhawk made an emergency landing on the Haulover Inlet Bridge in Miami Beach, Florida. On the ground, the airplane struck a minivan occupied by a woman and two small children who were not seriously injured. The collision caused the airplane to flip and catch fire. The pilot's two adult relatives were able to escape the burning airplane with serious injuries.
