Latest Jason Michael
Aviation Medical Certificate: Class 1, 2, or 3?
Every pilot needs a medical certificate, but which class you need depends entirely on what kind of flying you’re doing. I’ve held…
Oct 27, 2025 · 4 min readJason Michael
Jason Michael reports on aircraft programs, aviation technology, certification, and industry developments for Aircraft Insider. His reporting uses manufacturer documents, regulator records, government releases, and other primary sources, with projections and company claims identified as such.
Flight School Selection: What to Look For
Oct 27 · 11 min read
Aviation Fuel Prices: 100LL vs Jet-A Costs
Oct 27 · 6 min readMore from Jason Michael
Diamond DA40 Review: The Modern Flight Trainer
The Diamond DA40 has become the primary trainer at many flight schools, replacing aging Cessna 172s and Piper…
Oct 27, 2025 · 4 min read
Minam Lodge: Oregon’s Fly-In Only Wilderness Resort
Minam Lodge sits in Oregon’s Eagle Cap Wilderness, accessible only by aircraft, horse, or a 14-mile hike. I…
Oct 26, 2025 · 3 min read
Hangar vs Tie-Down: Aircraft Storage Options
Where you park your airplane might seem like a simple decision, but it affects maintenance costs, aircraft condition,…
Oct 26, 2025 · 7 min read
How to Get Your Tailwheel Endorsement
I got my tailwheel endorsement about ten years ago in a Citabria at a grass strip outside Austin.…
Oct 26, 2025 · 3 min read
Aircraft Ownership Costs: Beyond the Purchase Price
Everyone focuses on the purchase price when buying an airplane. “$75,000 for a nice 182!” sounds great until…
Oct 26, 2025 · 7 min read
Instrument Rating: How Weather Flying Works
Getting your instrument rating changes everything about how you fly. You’re not just a fair-weather pilot anymore –…
Oct 26, 2025 · 9 min read
Best Backcountry Planes Under $100K
Finding an affordable backcountry aircraft doesn’t mean compromising on capability. Several proven designs deliver exceptional short-field performance, rugged…
Oct 26, 2025 · 4 min read
Stay in the loop
Get the latest aircraft insider updates delivered to your inbox.