Pilot

Whether you are an aviation enthusiast, already a pilot or thinking of becoming one, it’s the best read in the aviation business. ‘Written by pilots for pilots’, each issue is packed with flight tests, flying adventures, news, lively columns and more to inspire, inform and entertain – all illustrated with stunning photography. Pilot magazine is published 13 times a year (every four weeks).

Pilot

Reminders of the simple pleasure of it

Pilot Notes • The latest news from the world of general aviation

Airfields • What’s happening at our airfields, aerodromes & airports

Flight training • News from the clubs, schools & ATOs

Rotorheads • The latest news from the world of rotary-wing aviation

New regs

Tecnam’s big twin • More or less a bespoke product for launch customer Cape Air, this versatile, fine-handling and easy-to-fly aeroplane would have even wider operator appeal with turbine power

George’s day at work

Airmail • Your e-mails, thoughts, comments and news

Island hopping around the Island hopping around the Bahamas • Retracing a honeymoon flying trip around the Bahamas with the whole family, enjoying lovely islands and a great flying culture. Part one of two

Books & Gear • 96Zero Altitude watch ● Test pilot tales x 2

Old Timers • A round-up of historic aircraft display and restoration news

An Annual Sickness

Sport indeed! • Further refinement of a well-regarded ultralight airframe, up-engined with the Rotax 915iS and incorporating a retractable undercarriage, results a very sporty performer that is nevertheless easy to fly

Thinking like Jonathan Livingston

Safety Matters • Safety Matters and Safety Briefs are based on the AAIB Bulletin and UK AirproxBoard reports, with additional material from the Australian Transport Safety Board and/or US NTSB

Three variables and one rule

Calendar • Compiled by Paul Fiddian & Peter R March

Lessons this Hamster learned from the CAT