Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to apply carburetor heat in conditions conducive to the accumulation of carburetor icing, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: Super Cub fun
Terry Hayes submitted this photo and note: “Tristin Koch practicing social distancing at the High Sierra Lakes in Foothill Aviation’s Super Cub on floats.” 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 […]
The harmful impact of cold starts on your engine
I usually recommend idling your engine until the oil temp goes up 30° to 50°, especially if you have a short taxi.
Two planes in one: CubCrafters to offer a convertible tailwheel-nosewheel XCub
The new tricycle gear option is available now on experimental XCubs. FAA certification is expected in early 2021.
The show must go on: Tiger Squadron flies to battle cancer
The formation team took flight even though the ground-based activities had to be postponed due to the pandemic.
New sales and service center named for BendixKing autopilots
The line includes autopilots for Cessna and Piper aircraft, as well as experimental aircraft.
Pilot’s recklessness fatal for two
Probable cause: The pilot’s reckless decision to conduct low-level flight over a canyon, resulting in the airplane’s impact with power lines and terrain.
Picture of the Day: Summer flying
William Spencer submitted the following photo and note: “Landing my 2016 Legend Cub at the Livermore Municipal Airport (KLVK) in California, on a hot summer day…windows open.” 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 […]
Questions from the Cockpit: Bizarre expiration dates
As a side note, it amuses me that for one minute twice a year, both the expiring and replacement charts are simultaneously valid.