Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: My new co-pilot
David Baldwin sent in this photo with a note: “For his 6th birthday, I took my grandson Jayce up for his first flight in the Kitfox. My new copilot, showing thumbs up, ready to fly. He had a great time!” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can […]
Should I switch engines on my Super Sport?
If all is working well, why kick a sleeping dog?
Business jet sales soar this summer
The deals in June and July reflected a 77% increase over deals made in April and May.
Aerial tributes to commemorate end of World War II slated for Hawaii and Washington, D.C.
“Recent flyovers during the pandemic have been done in a responsible and safe manner and the planned aerial tributes of World War II warbirds in Hawaii and Washington D.C. aim to do the same.”
STC for new prop for Kodiak
The new 5-blade prop promises a 20% improvement in takeoff.
Improper preflight planning begins accident’s chain of events
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper preflight planning that did not identify the unserviceable runway; his subsequent decision to attempt to takeoff from the rough, grassy runway; and his selection of an abort point with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway overrun.
Picture of the Day: Seaplane 360 Splash
Mike Kincaid submitted this photo and note: “Landing my 1957 Super Cub on Wipaire amphibs on Upper Twin Lake, Idaho.” 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 […]
Still turning a wrench at 96
A youthful 96, Harold McMurran says he can’t imagine not working.