Probable cause: A fuel leak from the carburetor float bowl due to a missing plug, which resulted in excessive fuel consumption and a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to depart on the accident flight leg after noting the airplane’s unexpectedly high fuel consumption during the previous leg.
Picture of the Day: Smoke on
Kevin Quinn submitted this photo and note: “My Stearman blowing some smoke over Boca Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest in California.” 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 […]
WINGS: The bottom line
What’s better than saving money while flying? Winning money. And you can do both in the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program.
Midwest LSA Expo set to take off
The show runs from Sept. 10 to Sept. 12.
FAA commits $5 million to support aviation maintenance workforce
Congress appropriated $5 million to fund projects to address the projected shortages of aviation maintenance technical workers.
More power in the cockpit for your portable electronics
Stratus Power Pro features dual 3.0 amp USB-A and USB-C connectors that work with both legacy and new portable electronics.
Hand propping Cirrus SR22 goes awry
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper hand propping procedure, which resulted in a runaway airplane and subsequent impact with a hangar.
Picture of the Day: Rainbow’s end
Rusty Eichorn submitted this photo and note: “Thought maybe I would open the door and find a panel upgrade! Not to be though.” 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 […]
The high price of ignorance (and how to fix it)
Take the time to make an educated decision about all aspects of aircraft ownership. It will pay off in the end.