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JAARS pilot apprentice Raegan Madoerin trains with JAARS Chief Pilot and CFI Steve Bevelhymer at Strawberry Ridge which is a runway at 3,700ft and is 1,100ft long with a 17% upslope in the middle. This training is part of JAARS Mountain Week, an annual training event put on by JAARS (Jungle Aviation and Radio Service) to get their new missionary pilots and mechanics together in the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina to undergo various training events to simulate what working overseas will be like.
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Rob Collings, President of the American Heritage Museum, talks about the museum’s beautifully restored PBY-5A Catalina at EAA AirVenture 2026.
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According to Jeff Boerboon, inspiration is just the spark. Respect and humility keep you at the top.

Despite decades in the cockpit and multiple world championships, Jeff admits he still gets nervous before every flight. It’s a reminder that confidence doesn’t replace respect for the aircraft.

Watch for our in-depth look at Team USA’s captain.

AOPA is proud to be the lead sponsor of the World Aerobatic Championship, which takes place August 23 to September 2 in Mason City, Iowa (KMCW). Learn more or plan your visit at 2026wac.com.

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JAARS pilot apprentice Raegan Madoerin trains with JAARS Chief Pilot and CFI Steve Bevelhymer at Strawberry Ridge which is a runway at 3,700ft and is 1,100ft long with a 17% upslope in the middle. This training is part of JAARS Mountain Week, an annual training event put on by JAARS (Jungle Aviation and Radio Service) to get their new missionary pilots and mechanics together in the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina to undergo various training events to simulate what working overseas will be like.
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David Green is going to fly his new Cubcrafters Carbon Cub UL from the United States all the way to his home in Australia.

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magniX is bringing its new magniAir electric powertrain to the Van’s RV-10, with 230 horsepower and a projected endurance of about two hours. The company says the system is designed for Experimental and Light Sport aircraft, with lower operating and maintenance costs as a key goal.

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Before restoration begins, every Sweepstakes airplane gets a thorough pre-buy inspection. AOPA Director of Maintenance Carlo Cilliers explains what makes this inspection different from a typical pre-buy, and why structural integrity, engine health, and flight safety matter more than cosmetic flaws.

If you are an AOPA member, you are automatically entered* for a chance to win. And when you make a voluntary donation* to AOPA’s Aviation Advocacy Fund, you’ll receive an additional automatic entry and help fuel the advocacy that protects pilots every day. Visit https://aopa.org/sweeps to enter today!

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magniX is bringing its new magniAir electric powertrain to the Van’s RV-10, with 230 horsepower and a projected endurance of about two hours. The company says the system is designed for Experimental and Light Sport aircraft, with lower operating and maintenance costs as a key goal.

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