Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper decision to attempt an intersection takeoff in a tailwind when the full runway in the opposite, headwind direction was available.
Picture of the Day: The Grand Canyon
Larry Nemecek submitted this photo and note: “A picture from a friend’s RV-7 of the Colorado River looking north from the Tuckup Corridor.”
C’mon, let’s go flying!
Years ago, the trajectory of a little girl’s life was changed dramatically when her Granddad said to her, “c’mon, let’s go flying!”
Flight Risk Assessment Tool released for ag pilots
The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) has released a Flight Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) designed specifically for ag aviation.
Pilot Phraseology Workshop slated
During the live workshop on Zoom and YouTube, pilots, flight instructors, and air traffic controllers will discuss common phraseology mistakes, and ways that pilots and controllers can work together to ensure clear and effective communication for safe takeoff and landing, according to FAA officials.
Power solution for wing-mounted cameras debuts
FlightFlix.aero has released the Nav Power Spacer, an experimental device designed to deliver continuous power to wing-mounted cameras.
Pilot warns of new runway’s dangers
The new runway at Marion County Airport (X35) in Dunnellon, Florida, is likely to result in mid-air collisions.
Picture of the Day: Sedona morning
Bill Bennett submitted this photo and note: “We recently took a trip from Texas to California in our SOCATA TB-20 Trinidad. One of our stops was in Sedona Airport (KSEZ). A very beautiful place with many colors of rocks. Landing on and taking off from the famous Sedona ‘airport in the sky’ is always scenic and fun. Here our TB-20 Trinidad awaits us after a night’s rest for our morning departure.”
Flying, friends, and food
Since 1938, pilots have flown to airports across the Palmetto State to participate in the South Carolina Breakfast Club.