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.
Video: Weather information in 57 seconds
Knowing how to acquire, interpret, and make operational decisions based on weather information is essential to safe flying.
CubCrafters XCub heads to Europe
The first XCub in Europe will be based at an airfield north of London.
Fort Worth airshow becomes a drive-in event
A limited number of parking tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis in mid-September for the Oct. 17-18 show.
Carb icing proves fatal for pilot
Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, the pilot’s decision to turn back to the runway shortly after takeoff, and his failure to maintain airspeed during the turn, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, and subsequent aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: A Corsair at rest
Ed Mullin submitted this photo and note: “The pilot of this beautiful aircraft had to deliver it nearby, and so dropped into his old home town for a visit. We’re very glad he did.” All photos sent in for Picture of the Day are also considered for our new Page 4 photo feature in the […]
Sometimes we’re wrong
As a rule, human beings do not like to be corrected. Not even when they’re wrong.