Probable cause: The noncertificated pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from residential buildings and trees in gusting wind conditions.
Picture of the Day: My first solo in the R-22
Lindsay Petre submitted the following photo and note: “After many, many months of struggle and weeks of weather delays, it was finally a perfect day for my first solo in the Robinson R-22. Photo is by my CFI Mike DeMarchi.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can […]
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Was there any doubt that Tom Reilly’s XP-82 Twin Mustang would win Grand Champion Warbird at SUN ‘n FUN 2019?
Video: Got questions about ADS-B?
A just-posted video answers many of your questions about ADS-B.
FAA awards Production Certificate for Gamebird
The company has already delivered seven Gamebirds, with 19 more on order.
Your summer photos could be a winner
Keep the RAF photo contest in mind as you enjoy outdoor activities with your airplane this summer.
New muffler replacements available for Skyhawks and Cardinals
The PMA covers the 172, the 172R, 172S, and the 177 Cardinal.
High operating temperatures lead to melted engine parts
Probable cause: A total loss of engine power due to the engine’s unresolved high operating temperatures, which resulted in failure of the distributor rotor and drive shaft, and the pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed during the subsequent forced landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control.
Picture of the Day: Swift sunset
Jim Roberts submitted the following photo and note: “Out for an evening flight with my hangar mate in his 1946 Globe GC-1B Swift.” 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 […]