That’s the question Richard Collins asks in a new blog post at Air Facts. He notes: “The higher incidence of accidents in experimental aircraft is just as logical as the fact that the fatal accident rate in private (general) aviation is almost infinitely higher than it is in airline flying. When more freedom is granted […]
A tough decision
There are so many headsets out there for pilots that’s it’s hard to pick the one that’s best for you. The right headset can make a difference as to enjoying a flight or suffering through communications problems, complete with headache. Since no single headset is the best for every pilot, Sporty’s developed a Headset Buyer’s […]
Jeppesen teams with Universal Avionics on integrated data display
Jeppesen has reached an agreement to provide its Airport Mapping Database to Universal Avionics‘ new InSight Display System, providing the general aviation market with airport diagrams and other information to enhance operational efficiency. Jeppesen will provide Airport Mapping Database information, digital charts, NavData navigation information and cultural data services for the InSight Display System. Jeppesen […]
New prop approved for Cessna 208 Blackhawk
MT-Propeller has received an STC for the installation of the next generation 5-blade Quiet Fan Jet scimitar composite propeller or a 4-blade scimitar composite propeller on the Cessna 208, 208B Blackhawk XP42. These installations are already certified by EASA. According to MT-Propeller Vice President Martin Albrecht, the 5-blade QFJ MTV-27 Propeller on the C208 Blackhawk feature […]
Amphib WACO YMF-5F takes flight
Peter F. Bowers of WACO Aircraft Corp. in Battle Creek, Mich., sent us this photo of the company’s new amphibious WACO YMF-5F.
16-year-old solos in 100-year-old Jenny
By CAROLINE DOUGHERTY I pushed the throttle forward, quickly glanced at the tachometer to check for the full 1450 RPM, let my feet dance on the rudder bar to keep the nose straight down the runway, and thought, “Wow! I’m actually out here on my own!” That’s how I celebrated my Sweet 16: Making my […]
Do you have what it takes to survive a GA accident?
The FAA has just released a fact sheet on surviving a general aviation accident. “Every pilot needs to prepare for the unexpected. Although surviving a crash is one of those ‘I hope it never happens’ events, it’s something you need to consider both for yourself, and your passengers,” the fact sheet begins. Accidents can happen […]
On this day in history: Record skydive
On this day in history, Felix Baumgartner, an Austrian skydiver and pilot, set three world records when he jumped from a balloon that had taken him to the edge of Space on Oct. 14, 2012. Baumgartner, who was 43 at the time of the record, set world records for free-fall distance and speed, as well […]
Youth Aviation Club learns aircraft maintenance
Santa Ynez Valley youth who participate in the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 491 Youth Aviation Club will have the opportunity to learn about required annual inspections performed on general aviation aircraft at their monthly meeting Oct. 21 at Santa Ynez Valley Airport in California. Conducting the class is Robert “Captain Bob” Perry, a commercial pilot […]