Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Without a transponder, we were hiding in plain sight, all other aircraft oblivious to our presence, a sobering fact that became all too apparent when we noticed the KC-135 passing 3 miles in front of us as we circled counterclockwise around the town. Images By Gary Figgins.

Runway 98

Runway Crosswind Rudder Pilot 98

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The aerials are in a position that provides a threshold crossing height of 50ft. It consists of lights that start at the landing threshold and extend into the approach area. Includes light twin-engine aircraft and some business jets. Commercial airliners, like smaller regional jets. Primarily for military aircraft.

Approach 52

Approach Knot Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

At a quick glance of a spreadsheet that the torches-and-pitchforks crowd put together, 16 airports have a fee for all operatorsthe rest only assess landing fees via Vector for commercial or jet operators. That said, slipping the weight threshold down would be an easy move for any airport administrationand merits monitoring.

Pilot 56

Pilot Transponder NOTAMs Threshold 56

Aerotime

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) differentiates an accident from an incident by imposing a threshold of aircraft damage set at $1 million. Air taxi operations, executive jets, helicopters, and general aviation activities have been excluded in the interests of concision. This definition has been in place since 2005.

Runway 258

Runway Airlines Airline Horizontal Stabilizer 258