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.
McCall Municipal Airport (KMYL) serves as Idaho’s premier mountain flying destination, sitting at 5,024 feet elevation in the Payette National Forest. This…
Oct 25, 2025 · 4 min read
Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is one of the most common paths for pilots building flight time…
Oct 25, 2025 · 4 min read
Your headset’s the one piece of gear you wear every single flight. Cheap one gives you headaches after…
Oct 25, 2025 · 3 min read
Comparing the Cherokee 140 versus 180 has gotten complicated with all the opinions and outdated information flying around.…
Oct 25, 2025 · 3 min read
Truckee-Tahoe Airport (KTRK) sits at 5,900 feet elevation in the Sierra Nevada mountains, making it one of California’s…
Oct 24, 2025 · 4 min read
Flying at night’s different. Cool, smooth air, amazing views, way less traffic. But it requires specific training and…
Oct 24, 2025 · 3 min read
Spending $500 on an aviation headset gets you quality noise reduction and comfort without breaking the bank. While…
Oct 24, 2025 · 4 min read
Renting aircraft beats ownership for most pilots financially. You pay for what you fly, skip all the fixed…
Oct 24, 2025 · 3 min read
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