Almost nobody on the planet truly understands insect aerodynamics — and the few who do can’t explain it to the rest of us. So in that regard, insect aerodynamics are absolutely identical to airplane aerodynamics. Except for the fact that they are, you know, totally different.
Opinion
The burden of opinion
Opinions are unique, totally dependent on the perspective of the individual, and of limited value to the millions of other people wandering around in your corner of the world. Your opinion and your personal tastes are of no real consequence to them. Yet, an opinion, improperly put into action, could present a risk to the safety and welfare of others.
New four-stoke engine introduced for LSA
At SUN ‘n FUN 2022 Air-Tech’s Ken Borne fired the new Aero engine up for journalists and prospective buyers, but they haven’t flown the engine on any of their aircraft yet. I’ll be looking for news at Oshkosh 2022 about how well that engine performed and whether it could sweep through the thousands of Quicksilvers flying.
Evektor goes mainstream
Based in Indianapolis, Jet Access has multiple flight school operations and plans several more. All of them will feature the Evektor LSA line, primarily focused on the Harmony model.
The dos and don’ts of talking on the radio
The FAA provides guidance to pilots about talking on the radio — guidance that is too often misunderstood, unknown, or flat out ignored. Here is a list of the important dos and don’ts when talking to ATC or over the CTAF.
Pipistrel breaks yet another record
In all my years in light aviation, I have never heard of a higher value paid for any light aircraft company. In fact, I’ve never heard any number even close to that.
The journey from SUN ‘n FUN to Oshkosh
Will our LSA expert’s prediction that the new Light-Sport Aircraft rules will be unveiled at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 come true? He says that while he’s not betting the farm, it’s “a fairly safe prediction.”
New importer for Ukraine LSA
Aeroprakt is based in the Ukraine, specifically in Kyiv. If you weren’t sure where that was in 2021, you surely know now.
A bit of restraint goes a long way
This one’s all about improving the success rate of the 51% of the population we’ve done such an exceptional job of excluding from the cockpit for so long. Increasing the number of women in aviation is a worthy goal in my estimation.