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Flying • ISSUE 962 September 2025

THE REASON WHY • When a destination captures what started it all

Enduring Workhorse

SANDPOINT, IDAHO (KSZT) RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 2 • Reaching the mountain region airport offers unique approach path

PUSHING THE LIMITS • Elysian Aviation believes other electric aircraft developers should dream bigger

WHICH ONE IS PIC? • Learning the art of flying with another pilot

FUELING SPECULATION • Sumping for safety remains critical to preflight checklist

BUMPS IN THE FLIGHT • Helicopters are another country—they do things differently there

WEATHER READINGS • There are many common mistakes and misconceptions for pilots to avoid

MAGNETO CHECKS • Here’s what you’re monitoring and why

FOR THE LOVE OF WARBIRDS • Pilots’ captivation with former military aircraft remains timeless

SANDPOINT, IDAHO • GREAT OUTDOORS MAKES THIS GEM STATE MOUNTAIN TOWN A POPULAR SPOT

BRISTELL B23 ENERGIC • Innovative electric airplane cruises with wired wings

NORTH AMERICAN NAVION • Four-seat aircraft boasts military pedigree

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LITTLE MOMENTS OF MASTERY • Answering the question: How proficient am I?

THE GRIND • Keeping your chin up and nose down remains good advice

LOOK MOM, A NO-ENGINE TAXI • Innovative system touts saving fuel and reducing carbon footprint

DON'T LEARN OR TEACH THE HARD WAY • Instructors and examiners must ensure they protect themselves in many aspects

GPS CONFUSION • There’s a definitely a myth about ‘activating the approach’

MIRACLE ON THE POTOMAC • Langley never received enough credit for developing some of the world’s first flying machines

GARMIN PILOT • Internet traffic feature offers variety of information

FOREFLIGHT • Dynamic Procedures helps maximize situational awareness

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