FLYING Magazine

Facing a critical four-month shutdown starting July 27, tenants and flight schools at Pierce County Airport-Thun Field in South Hill, Washington, are rushing to relocate as the facility begins a $7.18 million federally funded project to replace its aging runway. vist.ly/5bq2w

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Famed U.S. Air Force aviator Chuck Yeager was the first to exceed the speed of sound in 1947, flying a rocket-powered Bell X-1. Nearly 80 years later, $800,000 in prize money is up for grabs for the first to break the sound barrier with an amateur-built, air-breathing aircraft. vist.ly/5bp8t

Psychologist and pilot breaks down hidden risks of summer operations and how to sharpen aeronautical decision making. vist.ly/5bns7

Check out all the aircraft heading towards Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) ahead of @EAA AirVenture 2026. Are you going this year? Flying in? Let us know and we will see you there! #OSH26 #flightradar #aviation #avgeek

Low-time engines, newer paint, and panel upgrades help classic light twin feel at home in today’s airspace. vist.ly/5bks7

Starting July 27, the KPLU runway will shut down for four months to accommodate a $7.18 million infrastructure overhaul. vist.ly/5bkj8

Aircraft owners in Travis County, Texas, are facing nearly $2 million in delinquent property taxes, according to a list published by the Travis County Tax Office. vist.ly/5bk5r

Nearly 80 years after Chuck Yeager first broke the sound barrier, new competition aims to unearth the next advancement in high-speed flight. vist.ly/5bjvv

America’s Consortium for Electric Skyways aims to build the infrastructure for widespread operations. vist.ly/5bjiu

Bryan Bedford discusses ATC modernization, MOSAIC, and hot-button issues facing general aviation. vist.ly/5bj8j

Smoke from wildfires may delay some arrivals into @EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this year. vist.ly/5bhff

Hazardous air quality and low visibility conditions are complicating travel for pilots heading to AirVenture. vist.ly/5bhc4

Company says firmware update this fall promises clearer communications and enhanced comfort for pilots. vist.ly/5bh4u

Four outstanding products earn general aviation’s most trusted editorial recognition, with trophies presented at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 20. vist.ly/5bgwq

STOL capabilities and modern Garmin glass panel build out aggressive backcountry explorer. vist.ly/5bgnu

Aircraft owners always seem more excited to talk about what is in the second hangar. vist.ly/5bf2t

Partnership will supply comprehensive portfolio of training materials to individual pilots and flight schools. vist.ly/5bfqv

Working in helo maintenance is a challenging and rewarding career choice with many opportunities. vist.ly/5bfc7

Company announces G1000 NXi software update and forthcoming family of high-fidelity hardware. vist.ly/5beyw