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Knowledge is Power: Know Your Systems

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Maintenance

By Carl Ziegler, A&P/IA Several years ago, my wife, Carol, was on a routine trip to visit her...

The Blackbird Has Landed: VSE Aviation’s New Tire Raises the Bar for General Aviation

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | News

Launched on July 21, 2025 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the Blackbird brings a combination of premium design technology, innovative materials, and cost-saving retreadability.

Destination California

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | General Feature

Pilots share favorite fly-in spots across California, from hidden gems to scenic airports.

TRIG’s TX56 & TI106 – Upgrade with Confidence

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | News, Sponsored Content

Save This Summer If you’re considering an avionics upgrade, this summer presents the perfect...

Pass the Vision Portion of Your Medical

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Sponsored Content

CRISP. SHARP. CLEAR. – CLAROXAN ADVANCED A big part of being able to pass your medical is...

New MOSAIC Rule Released

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | News

U.S. Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, announced a long-awaited, final version of the MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification) rule at this year’s EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

50 Years of Flight: Tales of a Skyhawk

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Featured Plane

Rusty Morris is one of those pilots who was enamored with flying from his first taste of taking to the skies.

Grit Hits the Fan: And a Bruised Ego

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Maintenance

In addition to occasional pilot-induced events, we have the gold standard of prop strikes: gear-up incidents.

Get to Know Wentworth Aircraft

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Vendor Spotlight

If you’ve been part of the aviation world for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with Wentworth Aircraft.

Upgrade Your Ride: Keep Your Eyes Open for These Pitfalls

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Upgrade & Refurbish

Do you have the urge to buy or upgrade your current magic carpet? This is my two-and-a-half-year quest to locate a 172 that was purchase worthy.

Trig’s TX56 is Recognized by EASA: More Options for European Installations

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | News

Trig Avionics is delighted to announce that the STC for its slimline TX56 Nav/Com has now been formally recognized by EASA.

ANR Performance Factors: More than a Spec Sheet

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Hangar Tip

Ever wonder why one friend swears by Lightspeed’s Zulu and another prefers Bose, David Clark, Clarity Aloft, Tely, or another?

Mission Possible! The Cessna 182R

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | Featured Plane

It all began with a P-51 Crazy Horse. Richard Smith was at Sun ‘n Fun in 1991 and jumped at the opportunity to take a ride in the Crazy Horse.

Cessna Owner August 2025

Posted by Cessna Owner Organization | 2025 Issues, All Digital Issues

8 Featured Plane
Part of the Family Legacy
20 Destination California
24 Sky Talk
Non-Owned Insurance
28 How Did you Do That?
Pilot in Command
32 Grit Hits the Fan
And a Bruised Ego
36 Avionics
State of the Market
46 Hangar Tip
Seat Frame Fixes