Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane’s fuel quantity, which resulted in total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Picture of the Day: Splash Down
Mike Kincaid submitted this photo and note: “A Helio Courier splashing down on the Coeur d’Alene River in North Idaho. It was converted to a PT-6 powerplant by Ken Meines of Cascade Aircraft Conversions.”
Hope Remains For Tillamook Air Museum
In a June 19, 2026, social media post, museum officials noted that while the board voted not to commit additional Port funds toward the Hangar B repair project, “discussions with potential partners continues actively behind the scenes.”
New Hangars In The Works At KFDK
High Flying Hangars has broken ground on an 11.45-acre hangar development at Frederick Municipal Airport (KFDK), marking the first new hangar construction at the Maryland airport in more than two decades.
Garmin adds Daily Weather and Turbulence to Garmin Pilot app
Garmin has enhanced its Garmin Pilot app with a new turbulence weather layer and daily weather to help pilots plan their flights.
Maintenance Error Bends Cirrus SR22T
Probable Cause: Maintenance personnel’s inadequate adjustment of fuel flow, which resulted in an excessively rich mixture, a rough-running engine, and a subsequent partial loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: 80 Years of the Swift
Sparky Barnes submitted this photo and note: “Just a few of nearly 30 beautiful Swifts during the 2026 Swift National Fly-In at Granbury, Texas. The Swift celebrates its 80th anniversary this year.”
Louisiana Governor Signs Bill Banning Use of ADS-B Data to Bill Pilots
HB 730, which goes into effect Aug. 1, 2026, prohibits the use of ADS-B data to charge fees to pilots flying aircraft weighing less than 12,500 pounds under Part 91 (non-commercial operations).
Air Race Classic Takes Off
More than 100 women pilots are taking to the skies for the 49th annual Air Race Classic. Tracing its roots back to 1929, this historic four day competition challenges aviators to navigate a route across eight states.