Special event

Soaring Spirits

Official achievement authored by JimG008.

Soaring Spirits: A Celebration of Aviation

Today, we honor the marvel of human ingenuity that conquered the skies – aviation. A century ago, a dream, as audacious as it was inspiring, took flight. From the humble beginnings of wooden frames and canvas wings, we have ascended to an era where steel birds effortlessly glide through the heavens, connecting continents and cultures.

Aviation is more than just transportation; it’s a symphony of science, engineering, and human spirit. It's the whisper of wind against an aircraft's skin, the rhythmic hum of engines, and the breathtaking panorama that unfolds beneath. It’s the thrill of the unknown, the promise of adventure, and the comfort of knowing that the world is smaller, more accessible.

This day, we celebrate the pioneers whose courage and vision etched our destiny among the stars. We applaud the countless engineers, technicians, and pilots who dedicate their lives to ensuring our safety and comfort. And we marvel at the young minds who gaze upward, dreaming of celestial frontiers.

Aviation has woven itself into the fabric of our global community. It’s the heartbeat of commerce, the lifeline for humanitarian aid, and the stage for exploration. It brings families together, unites nations, and fosters understanding.

As we look to the horizon, the future of aviation promises to be even more extraordinary. Electric skies, supersonic travel, and sustainable flight are on the cusp of reality. The possibilities are as boundless as the heavens themselves.

So let us celebrate this day with gratitude and anticipation. Let us honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire the future. For in the grand tapestry of human achievement, aviation is a thread of pure gold, connecting us all in a shared journey of exploration and progress.

Happy Aviation Day!

To celebrate this amazing day, pilots on the FsHub platform will be traveling to Kill Devil Hills [KFFA].

Criteria

Depart from an airport of your choice, fly to and land at KFFA, your flight distance must be further than 75 NM.
This event has finished and the achievement can no longer be obtained.
Date Departure Arrival Pilot Aircraft Landing rate Distance Flight time
02SEP24 2046Z KMFV KFFA Mouseviator BEECH 60 Royal Turbine Duke (B60T) -181 ft/m 107 nm 00:36 View
02SEP24 2046Z KEWR KFFA Darryl Turner Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (B350) -161 ft/m 461 nm 01:58 View
02SEP24 1851Z KPHF KFFA Fredaster Socata TBM-9X0 (TBM9) -63 ft/m 84 nm 00:25 View
02SEP24 1805Z KMCZ KFFA Toommy Socata TBM-9X0 (TBM9) -50 ft/m 78 nm 00:22 View
02SEP24 1429Z KRIC KFFA Unknown Eurofighter EF 2000 / Typhoon (EUFI) -148 ft/m 133 nm 00:08 View
02SEP24 1347Z KMCZ KFFA Klappdrachen Honda HA-420 HondaJet (HDJT) -158 ft/m 81 nm 00:20 View
02SEP24 1252Z 60J KFFA DNSFM Cessna Caravan (C208) -131 ft/m 223 nm 01:28 View
02SEP24 0346Z KPHF KFFA dazzad22 Beechcraft 35 Bonanza (BE35) -25 ft/m 84 nm 00:31 View
01SEP24 2338Z KPHF KFFA tylerdog2k5 Cessna 525C Citation CJ4 (C25C) -647 ft/m 80 nm 00:20 View
01SEP24 1613Z KEWN KFFA Jcfoster Diamond DA-40 Diamond Star (DA40) -169 ft/m 105 nm 01:23 View
31AUG24 2255Z KORF KFFA Deranger Socata TBM-9X0 (TBM9) -88 ft/m 75 nm 00:22 View
31AUG24 2047Z KNKT KFFA Daniel Rathke Quest Kodiak (KODI) -134 ft/m 101 nm 00:35 View
31AUG24 1915Z KPHF KFFA Rafael Dias Cirrus Vision SF-50 (SF50) -82 ft/m 81 nm 00:20 View
31AUG24 1318Z KMRH KFFA VAF121 Marco Airbus Helicopters-Kawasaki H-145 (EC45) -10 ft/m 91 nm 00:53 View
31AUG24 0856Z KWAL KFFA Devildude1 Fokker F-28 Fellowship (F28) -267 ft/m 118 nm 00:23 View
30AUG24 2301Z KAKQ KFFA Fab Roy Cessna Skyhawk (C172) -95 ft/m 101 nm 00:49 View
30AUG24 2208Z KOCW KFFA Geo Scully Diamond DA-62 (DA62) -220 ft/m 79 nm 00:31 View
30AUG24 1852Z KISO KFFA NeightWolf49 Socata TBM-9X0 (TBM9) -109 ft/m 164 nm 00:49 View
30AUG24 1027Z KRIC KFFA Dirka Cessna 206 Stationair (C206) -217 ft/m 144 nm 01:04 View
30AUG24 0128Z KXSA KFFA Smax311 Douglas DC-3 (DC3) -441 ft/m 128 nm 00:50 View