Aug. 31—EAU CLAIRE — Long before the Blue Angels' F/A-18 Hornets will roar across the sky in tight formations over Eau Claire, local organizers have begun laying the groundwork for next year's air ...

VFR flight plans are crucial for search and rescue, especially for student pilots and those flying around mountains, as Flight Service Stations (FSS) initiate alert procedures if a plan is not closed.

Pilots frequently encounter lost IFR flight plans due to delays or errors, necessitating re-filing or confirmation with ATC or Flight Service. To ensure an IFR flight plan is active, pilots should use ...