Electric Aircraft - What's Going On?
So, is flying from New York to Tokyo with electric airplane coming soon? Probably not in the next ten years, maybe more. But flying an electric ultralight aircraft seems more realistic. Here we'll see...
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Career In Aviation: Making Living Out Of Your Passion
Many aviation enthusiasts dream about a job as a commercial pilot. What's better than this - doing what you really love and getting paid (really well) for it? The problems with being a commercial...
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Flying Alone: Single Seat Ultralight Aircraft
For me the point of recreational flying is to share the joy with someone. I can't imagine fully enjoying it without being able to share the views and experience with my girl or someone else. On the...
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Ultralight Flying in New Zealand
New Zealand is a cool place, by many labeled as one of the best places for sightseeing in the world. And is there a better way to see beautiful nature other than flying? It's hard to believe so. So,...
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11 Great Gliders (Photo Gallery)
Gliders are airplanes without engine. How do they fly then? See this article for more information. Meanwhile, enjoy these 11 glider photos and learn more about the models from the gallery below.You can...
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Homebuilt Paragliders and Hang Gliders
Looking to build your own paraglider? Or maybe a hang glider? "Don't" is the most frequent reasonable advice you will find on the web. And guess what, I am not going to encourage you either. This stuff...
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Pilot Shopping - What Does the Ultralight Pilot Need?
We talk so much about airplanes here. But if you are a pilot, the airplane isn't the only thing you need to think about. Flying an ultralight often involves equipment, tools and clothing. Choosing it...
View ArticleGreater Fort Wayne Aviation Museum
And here we are, starting another interesting topic in the magazine: Aviation museums! You will find short reviews of aviation museums from all over the world with information how to get there, what...
View ArticleJump on Safari or Tour With a Light Helicopter
Helicopters have many uses - some important and life-saving, some entirely for fun. Let's have some fun this time. What about going on a safari? It's a common thing to do and there is even a category...
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Ultralight Flying in India
Some wouldn't expect to see article about India here. Aren't people there poor and too concerned for their problems to fly? Guess what - India is one of the pioneers in ultralight aircraft innovations....
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12 Beautiful Amphibian Aircraft and Float Planes
1. PBY CatalinaPhoto creditPBY Catalina is American flying boat used a lot in World War II. See here for more info.2. Republic SeaBeePhoto creditThis all-metal float airplane was produced in 1946 -...
View ArticleUltralight Biplanes
Biplanes have two wings one above the other. Usually the lower wing is at the bottom of the fuselage and the top wing is above the the level pilot's head. Or above the cockpit if there is such. These...
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Search and Rescue Aircraft In Ultralight Aviation
Aren't search and rescue operations performed only by large military aircraft? What's the common between search and rescue and ultralights? Read on and you'll find out.In most cases search and rescue...
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What Are Drones And Will They Change Ultralight Aviation?
Drones aren't a new thing. Unmanned aerial vehicles have been known for many years and used in military operations. But the drones we are going to talk about here are mostly the smaller civilian...
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Ultralight Flying in Thailand
Thailand is not just a popular tourist destination. It's also one of the most popular places for Americal and West-European expats. And not only - people from Asia and Australia also often visit or...
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8 Wonderful Aviatior Helmets
Need a new helmet? Or just want to get some ideas about fashionable ones :) Either way, we have collected several interesting photos of pilot helmets with some info about them. Enjoy!This is the...
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The Cost Of Owning and Flying an Ultralight Aircraft
We often talk here how affordable is to fly an ultralight airplane. It is indeed. It's affordable compared to owning and flying a LSA for example. But it's far away from free. Let's see what is the...
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Ultralight Flying in Australia
Australia is a place with mostly hot and dry weather, large desolated areas, and beautiful nature. Add to this the relatively strong economy and good quality of life and you'll end up with a pretty...
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How To Become a Commercial Pilot
Many of us here love the ultralight aviation because of its unique spirit and the charm of ultralights themselves. They are nothing like the big airplanes, mind you. Completely different experience....
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Ultralight Flying in Africa
Africa is beautiful continent with very diverse nature and over 50 countries, with many different regulations and opportunities for ultralight aviation. This article isn't meant to be a complete guide...
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