Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to continue the night, visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain while on final approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper use of
Picture of the day: Setting up for SUN ‘n FUN
Photographer Jason McLemore took this photo on set-up day for the SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In and Expo, which officially kicks off April 2, 2019. A volunteer helps set up one of the many displays in the light-sport aircraft and ultralight section of the fly-in, affectionately known as Paradise City. Would you like to have […]
SUN ‘n FUN is so much more than a fly-in
SUN ‘n FUN generates more than $249 million of total economic activity and 2,400 full-time jobs.
Aviation’s economic impact on Massachusetts tops $24.7 billion
General aviation airports provide more than 5,000 jobs in Massachusetts, with a total output of over $630 million.
AOPA app launches Pilot Passport
Check in at an airport or event from your mobile device like you would on social media and earn points and badges for bragging rights and prizes.
Electroair named EAA’s Official Electronic Ignition System
EAA will outfit its fleet of piston aircraft with Electroair’s electronic ignition systems.
New Nav/Strobe lights STC’d for Bonanzas and Barons
The series is “quite simply the brightest form of LED Anti-collision and Position lighting available.”
Powered parachute pilot dies in crash
Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to maneuver the aircraft at low altitude, towards rising terrain, which resulted in an inflight collision with trees.
Picture of the Day: My Walter Mitty moment
Pete Zutrauen submitted the following photo and note: “A beautiful crisp winter day over Ottawa, Ontario, and a shot of a silly pilot having some fun being Walter Mitty in my Hummelbird. Note the name on the canopy.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it […]