FEATURES July 2022 The sun sets on Point Vicente Lighthouse, a 20-minute drive from Zamperini Field in Torrance, California. Photography by Chris Rose. VOL. 65 / NO. 7 60 V-6 Shakeup Big inside and out, the Diamond DA50 RG is everything its predecessors aren't. By Thomas A. Horne Page 50 Surf 'n Turf The California Double: Skiing and surfing in one day. By Alicia Herron Page 60 A is for Airplane The AOPA Foundation's high school curriculum brings STEM smarts, builds a stronger aviation future. By Jill W. Tallman Page 68 Storm Savvy Staying aware -preflight and in flight. By Thomas A. Horne Page 74 AOPA PILOT / July 2022 1