Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to attempt to close a passenger door during a critical phase of flight.
Picture of the Day: Aviation through a child’s eyes
Primavera Romero Montoto submitted the following photo and note: “I wanted to share my love for aviation with my 4-year-old daughter Emma. This was her very first experience at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019. I was unsure if she would like it at all. It was also my first time as a spectator, as I’ve worked […]
Ask Paul: Can I run a constant speed propeller on my engine?
Lycoming has a Service Instruction to answer that question.
A serendipitous discovery in Maine
Nothing better than discovering a new museum that features airplanes.
Pilots wanted for simulator experiment
Pilots will be compensated $50 to participate in the study.
uAvionix opens two new facilities
The expansion reflects the strong growth the company has experienced.
Wrong flap settings fatal for CFI
Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to ensure that the wing flaps were properly configured for takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control during the initial climb.
Picture of the Day: Just hanging around
Dan McCully submitted the following photo and note: “I want a hammock hanger just like this one.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of the Day are also considered for our new Page 4 photo […]
Aviation goes to school
High school students will be exposed to aviation in a positive light.