by Alan Armstrong | Dec 13, 2011 | FAA, Law, NTSB
When Is an Aircraft Airworthy? The purpose of this article is to educate lawyers, pilots, mechanics and aircraft owners/operators with respect to when a United States – registered aircraft is “airworthy.” As we explore this subject, we will consider the statutory and...
by Alan Armstrong | Nov 14, 2011 | Air Museum, History, Second World War, Travel, War Aircraft
The Flying Heritage Collection THE FLYING HERITAGE COLLECTION Paul Allen’s Gift Preserving Aviation History The Flying Heritage Collection is Paul Allen’s gift to the world and is an extraordinary collection of rare aircraft. My visit to the facility was a chance to...
by Alan Armstrong | Oct 14, 2011 | Air Museum, History, Second World War, Travel, War Aircraft
Historic Flight Museum HISTORIC FLIGHT MUSEUM Immaculate Aircraft With Unique Histories The Historic Flight Museum on Paine Field in Everett Washington features a collection of immaculately restored aircraft with rich and varied histories. While museums with larger...
by Alan Armstrong | Sep 14, 2011 | Air Races, Travel, War Aircraft
The Reno Air Races THE RENO AIR RACES – – REFLECTIONS ON THE TRAGIC EVENTS OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2011 THE EXCITEMENT AND ELECTRICITY OF RENO No other aviation sporting event presents the ultimate excitement and electricity of the Reno Air Races where the forces...
by Alan Armstrong | Aug 14, 2011 | Air Museums, History, Second World War, Travel, War Aircraft
The British Columbia Aviation Museum – If your travels lead you to Vancouver Island and the town of Sidney, a visit to the museum provides the opportunity to view several rare aircraft and to develop an appreciation for the aviation heritage of Canada. THE BRITISH...