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January 27, 2022

Lightspeed Adds Flight Backpack to Pilot Equipment Range

Old World, Leather Design With Modern Capabilities

Fans of old world, lasting flight gear have a newly introduced option from flight gear specialist Lightspeed Aviation, the Duke Flight Bag. While cordura and nylon have made a lot of headway in becoming the de facto pilot bag standard, they lack the old world romance and tradition of leather. Lightspeed follows their series of bags named after notable aviators, this time bringing to the fore Neville Frederick Duke. The Second World War British test pilot and fighter ace later compiled his experiences writing stories Lightspeed hopes to recall with a full grain, oiled cowhide backpack. Like so much of Duke's wartime flying kit, the bag will develop authentic wear on its uncoated South American

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FAA Updates Super Bowl LVI Safety Plan

Airmen Advised to Do Their Homework If Flying to the Game

The Federal Aviation Administration has drawn attention to the special procedures surrounding the upcoming Los Angeles area for the Super Bowl held on February 13. The SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California will receive special protections and Temporary Flight Instructions with a No Drone Zone to limit flight activity before, during, and after the game.  The restrictions are serious business, listed as a national security concern, but that level of importance has led to a series of assists from the agency. 

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