The STC covers the Mooney M20A, M20B, M20C, and M20D.
Airport’s Lack of Emergency Response Plan Leads to Accident
Probable Cause: Airport personnel’s failure to properly prioritize their response actions, including updating the airport’s automated weather observation system recording in a timely manner to notify incoming pilots of a runway closure, which resulted in an airplane striking an immobilized airplane on the runway during landing at night. Contributing to the accident was the airport’s inadequate emergency response plan.
Picture of the Day: Hangar Queen
Gerry Strazzer submitted this photo and note: “A 1947 Republic seaplane eager to fly.”
Flying Safely During Winter
In a new video, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford shares the agency’s resources to help general aviation pilots fly safely during the winter season’s challenging weather. Safety tools and tips include everything from weather cameras to NOTAMS.
Zenith Aircraft Building Workshop Set for Yuma
The workshop, set for Feb. 28 and March 1, will be followed by a regional fly-in for Zenith aircraft owners and pilots.
Free IA Training Course Launches
While targeted primarily to A&P/IAs, the training is open to anyone interested in general aviation maintenance practices.
Fuel Starvation Followed By Forced Landing in a Field
Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper fuel management resulting in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and subsequent off-airport forced landing.
Picture of the Day: Something Wicked This Way Comes
Jay Carpenter submitted this photo and note: “My Van’s RV-7 “Odette” sitting on the tarmac at the Dimmitt Municipal Airport (T55) in Texas. A squall line of thunderstorms approach. Odette says, “Get me into that hangar!” I got her into safety just in time.”
Flight Training Award Winners Named
The awards are based on feedback received from thousands of student pilots, newly certificated pilots, and pilots completing flight reviews or pursuing advanced certificates or ratings.