The new alternators will be priced similar to the previous factory rebuilt versions.
Cub’s forced landing due to stuck valve
Probable cause: The reciprocating engine’s exhaust valve being stuck in the “open” position, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during initial climb.
Picture of the Day: A day in Alaska
Sebastien Heintz, president of Zenith Aircraft Co., submitted the following photo and note: “Under the snow and ice is Sam Warner’s kit-built Zenith STOL CH 750 “Sky Jeep,” powered by a Viking Honda conversion, in (you guessed it!) Anchorage, Alaska. (Photo by Sam Warner) Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of […]
Geofencing for drones: Keeping the skies safe
Geofencing limits where drones can fly, helping to keep shared airspace safe.
Video: The basics of talking to air traffic control
A video from the AviationGuys covers the basics of talking to air traffic control
Cirrus unveils Generation 2 Vision Jet
Deliveries of the second generation Vision Jet from Cirrus Aircraft begin this month.
Free webinars cover everything from Garmin Pilot tips and tricks to ADS-B
Garmin’s free webinars focus on autopilots, ADS-B, Garmin Pilot and more.
Schweiss Doors introduces new greaseable door hinges
New from Schweiss Doors is a greaseable hinge for the company’s bifold and hydraulic door hinges.
Maintenance error leads to oil starvation
Probable cause: Maintenance personnel’s failure to properly secure the vacuum pump, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and the subsequent total loss of engine power due to oil starvation.