Jet Wing Falls Off, Makes Emergency Landing In Tampa…Really.

Parts are falling off of jets now. It's a thing. Believe it or not, there's video if it, and it's directly below.
A Cessna Citation that was flying at 27,000 feet over St. Petersburg experienced a horrific scene. The pilot, who was the only person on board, reported that the winglet on the edge of a wing had totally flown off of the aircraft, taking a portion of the wing with it. If you're unfamiliar with winglets, they are perched upon the outermost portion of the wing. They are typically an upright structure at approximately 90 degrees to the upper wing surface. Officials at Tampa International Airport said they recieved notification of the in-flight breakaway minutes before it landed safely. Officials from Tampa International Airport said the airplane took off from Arkansas without any obvious problems. As with any issue that causes an emergency landing, the entire case will be investigated by the FAA.
What's even crazier than parts falling off of an airplane? Our very own local TV Channel 8 and their airborne Eagle 8 caught the landing of the damaged aircraft as it happened. The captain landed the aircraft safely with no inury to himself or anyone on the ground. Even though the jet anded with no issues, emergency crews on the ground responded in full force. A big thank you goes out to that pilot who kept his cool even when he was in a very stressful situation. Source: WFLA.com

Suds You Can Now Try At The Game!

Back in the 80s, food and beverage options were pretty basic at baseball games. Hot dogs, popcorn, and Coca Cola are great and all, but the game experience has gotten so much better over the past decade or so with a focus on local vendors. The Tampa Bay Rays not only have some new food choices from local restaurants... but the selection of beer from the hot microbrew scene here in Florida is a home run. You can go with one of the big labels too like Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra. But if you like craft beers, check out the 2023 starting lineup.

Find them at TB Brews (144/146); Budweiser Porch (149/150); Cooperstown Cocktails (1B Food Hall); Coppertail Brewing (117 & 120); Fresh Vine Wine (3B Food Hall); Vinfielder Bar (208); Thirst & Second (207); Ybor Cantina (Rays Party Deck).

America's oldest brewery since 1829. Sure they got their start in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. But since their Tampa brewery opened in 1999, we've claimed them as our own.

From St. Pete, try this lemon-lime  and tangerine hop driven light pilsner.  Fermented at high temperatures, the Norwegian yeast produces oft honeyed and mango esters.

From Plant City, this one's described as a fluffy, light crisp wheat beer base with the aroma and flavors of mango.

Neighbors to the Trop in St. Pete, this one has aromas of orange and tangerine.  Definitely one for citrus lovers.

A blond, citrusy India Pale Ale from Tampa. Notes of orange peel, clementine, and light caramel.

OK this one's from Hawaii, but this golden ale has that beaches of Pinellas vibe to it.

A pale ale with grapefruit, mango, and orange aromas with a medium body and a dry finish.

First brewed in 2014, this one is their best seller. It also has a citrus kick with pine hops.

A clean and refreshing beer for the Florida life.  Crip malts with a slight hop aroma.

Another one from the Tampa brewery.  Made with Belgian Yeast, American West Coast Hops, this one is described as "blasphemy in a glass."

Dinky Rockers!

Rock and roll has taught the world many lessons. Perhaps one of its most underrated is this: You don't have to be tall to be a giant rock star.

In fact, some of the biggest names in rock history could be classified as "short kings."

What's a "short king" you may ask? First coined by comedian/writer Jaboukie Young-White, a short king is a slang term of endearment for a man who is under 5'9", according to Urban Dictionary.

Scroll through the gallery below to see some of rock's greatest short kings.

The jet landed safely at Tampa International...