Hot weather can make an airplane perform as though it were operating from a much higher airport. Learn what density altitude means and how to prepare for safer summer flying.

Hot weather can make an airplane perform as though it were operating from a much higher airport. Learn what density altitude means and how to prepare for safer summer flying.

Spring brings better weather, longer days, and more chances to fly — but it also brings gusty winds, changing conditions, rusty routines, and aircraft that may need extra attention after sitting through winter.