October 2012
Peter Cooper reports from the world’s largest military air-show with a selection of outstanding photographs and a full roundup of the event.
Richard Greaney traces the evolution of navigation instrument displays from the huge magnetic compasses mounted horizontally in early biplanes to the glass screens, HUDs and synthetic vision systems fitted to the latest generation of aircraft.
Aviation theory is the essential foundation of safe aviation practice. Walter Wagtendonk reminds us of the selfless individuals behind the scenes whose aviation textbooks have helped thousands of Kiwi pilots to build their careers
NZALPA’s general aviation coordinator, Tom Buckley, talks about professional flight training and the impending pilot shortage.
Part 2 of a two-part article by Ross St.George on the contentious question of just what is “standard” about the “standard overhead joining procedure”.
Paul Sortehaug continues his series of articles on New Zealand’s air aces with the story of Wing Commander Minden Vaughan Blake