The approval means student pilots can log up to 20 hours toward their instrument ratings and 50 towards their CPL certificates.
Window blows open during takeoff
Probable cause: The student pilot’s decision to attempt to close the cockpit window during takeoff and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control.
Picture of the Day: Ready for takeoff
Steve Harris submitted the following photo and note: “A takeoff in a Progressive Aerodyne Searey from one of the lakes in Canandaigua, 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 considered for […]
Current? Yes. Proficient? Getting there
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Twice as nice
It was repeat wins for this year’s winners of the Hayward Air Rally.
Homebuilts area enhanced for AirVenture 2019
The changes create a homebuilt hub on the AirVenture grounds.
ForeFlight adds takeoff and landing performance calculations
The new feature allows pilots to calculate runway distances and aircraft speeds before every flight.
Newest version of Aero Charting includes user-defined waypoints, flight track recorder
The latest release of the free app includes user-defined waypoints, graphical route creation, and a flight track recorder.
Plane hits helicopter during takeoff
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll with gusting wind conditions.