Why Buy Aviation Magazines?

You can always learn from an industry magazine. We all know that when it comes to aviation and piloting in general, you will never learn it all. It is a never-ending cycle of education since the field is so vast, bears so much history, and continues to have so much innovation.

I find that print magazines are portable and they find themselves into the hands of others as they lay on the coffee table or out on the patio deck. No battery required for your enjoyment. You never know who may take an interest in flying after reading some aviation related article.

New technology is another draw to these aviation-themed print magazines. It is common to find the latest technology featured in magazine articles as promotion for the technology as well as education for the pilots who are interested. There is no doubt that the technology of aircraft and aviation in general is ever-changing for the better.

You can get off the ground without ever leaving your favorite chair, these are some of the more interesting pilot publications out there and the subscription prices are very reasonable considering the amount of info and pictures that they compile for the magazines.

Although print magazines aren't nearly as popular as they used to be, there is something about gazing down on glossy printed media versus always sitting at a computer, or staring at a smartphone...

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About Aviation Magazines

Eye of the Pilot has partnered with Magazine Agent to bring you special pricing on various aviation magazines including those primarily of interest to airplane and aircraft enthusiasts.

Magazine subscriptions also make great gift ideas for the pilot or aviation enthusiast in your family. Some available aviation related magazines are Aviation History, Aviation Week, Air and Space, Plane and Pilot, Flying, Kit Planes, and Popular Science.

There are several popular aviation magazines with a large readership worldwide. However, it is difficult to determine which one is the most popular as it depends on various factors such as the region, target audience, and the type of content they offer. Some of the most popular aviation magazines are:

1. Flying Magazine
2. AOPA Pilot Magazine
3. Air & Space Magazine
4. Aviation Week & Space Technology Magazine
5. Plane & Pilot Magazine
6. Airways Magazine
7. EAA Sport Aviation Magazine
8. Business & Commercial Aviation Magazine
9. Airline Pilot Magazine
10. Flight International Magazine

Each of these magazines has its own unique style, content, and target audience. Some focus on general aviation, while others cater to commercial or military aviation. Some are more technical, while others are more entertainment-focused. Therefore, the most popular aviation magazine can vary depending on the reader's interests and preferences.

And for those airplane history buffs, there are several aviation magazines that are no longer in print, some of which were quite popular in their time. Here are a few examples:

1. Aero Digest - first published in 1916, covered all aspects of aviation until 1952
2. Air Classics - covered the history of aviation, military and civil aviation until 2021
3. Air Enthusiast - covered aviation history, military aviation, and civil aviation from 1974 to 2012
4. Air Progress - covered general aviation from 1929 to 2003
5. Aviation Magazine - covered commercial and military aviation from 1927 to 1949
6. Flight International - the original version of this publication ran from 1909 to 1964, with various other versions continuing to publish until today.
7. Skyways - covered civil aviation and airliners from 1946 to 1975
8. Wings - covered all aspects of aviation from 1929 to 1959

These are just a few examples of aviation magazines that are no longer in print. While they may not be as readily available as current aviation publications, they can still be found in libraries, archives, and through online resources such as digitized archives or used bookstores.

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