GOING LIVE How AOPA’s video channel brings general aviation to life T he wind-driven sides of the AOPA Live™ studio tent heaved in and out as if it were some giant dragon enduring the raging storm outside. Rain deluged the grounds at the Sun ’n Fun Fly-In in Lakeland, Florida, as thunder and lightning sent exhibitors and attendees at the big airshow running for safety. Finally, after one particularly close lightning strike, the brilliant white studio lights went out—and I could see BY THOMAS B. HAINES Plus— View the video. AOPA PILOT • 93 • SEPTEMBER 2011