Aviation articles for aircraft owners and physician-pilots, covering aircraft planning, fly-in preparation and questions to ask before a private charter.

Cape Air and Alice: Reading an Electric Aircraft Announcement Carefully

The Cape Air–Alice announcement is a useful example of how to separate future aircraft plans from confirmed operating capability.

AirVenture's Busy Skies: Plan the Arrival Before You Fly

Plan an AirVenture arrival around the right event procedures, a workable alternate, recent practice and a schedule that allows the plan to change.

SkyCourier at AirVenture: What Makes an Aircraft Fit the Mission?

The SkyCourier’s AirVenture appearance provides a practical starting point for evaluating how an aircraft fits the trips an owner actually needs.

Private Charter Safety: Questions to Ask Before You Book

Before booking a private charter, identify the operator and aircraft, ask about authority and crew qualifications, and understand how changes will be handled.