In gusty conditions, pilots should add extra knots (e.g., 10 knots or half the gust speed) to their takeoff and initial climb speed to maintain a wider safety margin above stall speed. Takeoffs are ...

Leadville-Lake County Airport (KLXV) is North America's highest public-use airport, attracting aviators with its unique high-altitude challenge, scenic surroundings, and commemorative "Certificate of ...

Is there a plug and chug way to do it if I know my barometric pressure, temp, and altitude? I need to get it everyday before I have a flying lesson. I hate using that round slide-rule flight computer ...

TRUCKEE, Calif. (KRNV) — Recent crashes near Lake Tahoe have nearby residents and pilots talking safety especially with the additional concerns that come into play when pilots land at high altitude ...