Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to maneuver the airplane over mountainous terrain in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to maintain altitude or establish a climb.
Picture of the Day: I love winter flying
Darlene Kellogg Rudisill submitted the following photo and note: “Preparing for a beautiful Alaska winter flight in a Super Cub. Next best thing to flying Super Cubs on floats in the summer.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent […]
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Mission Aviation Fellowship responds to Mozambique cyclone disaster
“The magnitude of this disaster is hard to comprehend,” MAF pilot Rick Emenaker reports.
Former Delta Airlines executive tapped to head FAA
“Steve Dickson is a solid choice to lead the FAA,” AOPA’s Mark Baker said.
New American-made LSA in the works
“We are extremely optimistic that we will have all of the certification requirements completed in time for our official introduction at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh,” he said.
Real Pilot Story: Powerless Over Paris
Dr. Peter Edenhoffer relives the moment his airplane suffered a complete electrical failure in IMC at night
Brake leak contributes to crash
Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to take off with a known master brake cylinder leak and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Picture of the Day: Down Memory Lane
Gord McNulty submitted the following photo and note: “Thirty years ago this month, the Douglas C-47, known as the Dakota in Canada, was finally retired by the Canadian Armed Forces after a remarkable 46 years in service. On March 19, 1989, Dakota 12963 was flown to the original Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum at Hamilton, Ontario, […]