The pilot’s improper fuel planning and decision to not divert to a closer airport when the planned flight profile changed, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Archives for 2021
Picture of the Day: Enjoying a taildragger
Terry Hayes submitted this photo and note: “Jim McCloud out enjoying his Pacer after several years of restoration! Beautiful job Jim!”
The little airport that could
While somewhat a secret, Brewer Airport in Maine has been catering to general aviation pilots for more than 80 years.
West Virginia airports pump more than $1.6 billion into state’s economy.
West Virginia’s 24 airports support more than 10,700 jobs with a payroll of $550 million, according to a new economic impact study from the West Virginia Aeronautics Commission.
New owner and new name for Nevada’s Tiger Field
GRASS plans to develop the airfield by improving the current facilities, building modern aircraft hangars, and developing a drone center.
Electric Aircraft Symposium takes off July 20
The online symposium will feature nearly 60 of the world’s electric aircraft developers and technology experts.
Hasty decision ends in Super Cub capsizing
Having not performed my usual “routine” before doing so, I missed that the landing gear had not been retracted and when we touched down the airplane came to displacement quickly enough to tip to the front. We sat in the aircraft for a moment hoping it would sit back down on the heel of the floats, but no such luck.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise at KGSO
Seth Young submitted this photo and note: “Sunrise taxiing out to the runway at Piedmont Triad International Airport (KGSO) in Greensboro, N.C.”.
What is the best fuel to use in your aircraft’s diesel engine?
Is it OK to use #1 diesel in your engine if Jet A is not available? Technically yes, but there are some gremlins you need to be aware of.