LiveATC.net Allows Aviation Fans to Monitor Airport Communications

Anyone who has ever owned (or still owns) a police/fire scanner and enjoys aviation can appreciate this: LiveATC.net allows listeners to monitor aircraft and airport transmissions throughout the world right from the comfort your own home.

San Francisco Tower and NorCal approach are two local channels available. During inclement weather, i've heard some interesting conversations between pilots and air traffic control. Beyond the Bay Area, you can monitor airport frequencies throughout the United States and world. Looks like Botswana was recently added. Visit LiveATC.net and their Top 30 list.

Vertical Challenge: A Helicopter Air Show Coming to the Bay Area

On Saturday June 21st, the ninth annual "vertical challenge" Helicopter Air Show will return to the Bay Area. The event allows visitors to see first hand helicopter operations. The show is devoted to demonstrating to the public of how helicopters affect our daily lives from traffic and news reports to its unique life saving ability, to the National Defense of our Country.

The event takes place at Hiller Aviation Museum at the San Carlos Airport, right off Highway 101. Click here for ticket information, a line-up of scheduled performances, and ticket information.