Deadline for entering the contest is April 30, 2019
Drugs combined with vision problems fatal for two
Probable cause: The pilot’s impairment, due to his use of a combination of psychoactive drugs and a vision deficiency in his left eye, which resulted in a failure to maintain adequate altitude during final approach to landing and subsequent collision with power lines.
Picture of the Day: Waiting to take off
Jon McCone submitted the following photo and note: “Waiting to take off on Runway 16 at Westchester County Airport (KHPN) in White Plains, New York.” 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 […]
And you thought octane ratings were confusing
What’s a cetane rating and why is it important to pilots?
Air Safety Institute asks Weather or Not?
The new course challenges you to fly a scenario and make decisions along the way to continue the flight or divert when faced with threatening weather.
FAA approves drone package deliveries
Google sister company Wing Aviation wins first FAA certification for commercial package delivery.
Replacement exhaust mufflers and stacks for Piper PA-28Rs approved
Piper owners can order individual parts or a complete replacement package that includes left front and rear stacks, right front and rear stacks, and two new mufflers.
Aircraft Spruce slates Super Sale at Peachtree City location
The annual super sale includes the chance to win prizes, as well as a workshop on building an RV.
Loss of control proves fatal
Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of control after exceeding the airplane’s critical angle of attack during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.