Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain lateral control during a soft-field takeoff.
Picture of the Day: Bringing our girl home
David Finstad submitted this photo and note: “This was the morning that I flew our newly purchased M20J Mooney home after just finalizing her purchase, along with the pre-purchase inspection from the seller just days earlier. I had just pulled her out of the seller’s hangar and sent this picture to my wife. Getting ready […]
Ask Paul: Higher horsepower not always possible
The best advice? Look for a different aircraft.
Volunteer pilots pitch in during pandemic
Since the pandemic began, volunteer pilots have delivered medical supplies, PPE, test kits, and other relief supplies.
New Mexico airport plans new terminal for growing GA traffic
“With many airports struggling in this environment, KBRG is a bright spot on the balance sheet.”
Improved Cessna 172 Airbox Support Bracket introduced
The new bracket provides a tighter fit and longer service life than the original part, according to company officials.
Kitfox hits fence while landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach altitude, which resulted in a collision with a fence.
Picture of the Day: Sunset flight
Glenn Brasch from AirportCourtesyCars.com submitted this photo and note: “Did a sunset flight west of Tucson in my RV-9A on May 14, 2020, possibly the last day under 90° before September.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in […]
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