Probable Cause: The mechanic’s failure to properly secure the oil suction screen plug during recent maintenance, which resulted in an oil leak and subsequent loss of engine power due to oil starvation.
Picture of the Day: Ferry flight
Christian Sanchez submitted this photo and note: “There is something unforgettable about ferrying an aircraft for the first time, and flying it across five states to deliver it to its final destination. The journey offered spectacular views — vast stretches of snow-covered fields, shimmering frozen lakes, and quiet skies. By the time I landed, I had more than a successful delivery under my belt. I had lessons that only experience can teach, a stronger respect for winter flying, and a deeper sense of confidence.”
New campaign hopes to put GA airplanes to work in Africa
In what it calls its “Signature Campaign,” the organization is seeking 500 pilots to each donate $1,000 to help buy a CubCrafters NX Cub.
Choctaw Nation opens Emerging Aviation Technology Center
Built on remote land owned by CNO, the facility supports research, development, testing, and evaluation of emerging crewed and uncrewed aerial system technologies in a safe, low-risk environment, according to CNO officials.
$100,000 in scholarships offered for aspiring business aviation professionals
Eligible recipients include college and university students pursuing careers in business aviation, as well as young professionals active in the IADA NextGen initiative, an industry development program aimed at future leaders in aircraft resale.
Loss of oil pressure stresses SR22 pilot
What I learned is simulator training with critical situations would be beneficial.
Picture of the Day: Flowers, a Cub and a mountain
Mary Ann Lebold submitted this photo and note: “On Saturday, May 10, 2025, Sonia Bynum took this photo of a pot of te confetti petunias on Tammy and Ryan Weir’s deck as the 2025 Cawley South Prairie Fly In was just getting started. Dale Weir’s J-3 Cub snuck into the frame. And Mt. Rainier was watching over it all.”
AJ Sport to debut at AirVenture
The AJ Sport builds upon the CTLS platform from Flight Design. Since acquiring the intellectual property rights from Flight Design in 2017, AeroJones Aviation has worked to upgrade the LSA, according to officials with the Zephyrhills, Florida-based company.
Iowa community college to launch new aviation degree
Delivered in partnership with North Iowa Air Service, the program is a five-semester curriculum that combines classroom instruction at North Iowa Area Community College with hands-on lab and flight training at Mason City Municipal Airport (KMCW).