“We went above and beyond to make sure this flashlight was perfect for our needs as general aviation pilots.”
Great Lakes biplane ‘weathercocked’ on landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions.
Picture of the Day: Another beautiful day of flying comes to an end
Alan Blevins submitted this photo and note: “Hangar doors are closing on my 1974 Cessna 150 M as the sun is setting in Fairfield County, S.C. As I walked around the back of the plane, I realized that the final peek of the sun through the doors would make a great photo.” Would you like […]
Flying high for 73 years
“I rarely met an airplane I didn’t love,” says Bill Miles.
Simulating an airplane crash
To make the scenario as realistic as possible, officials used a burn prop to create an airplane fuselage with controlled flames.
Calendar showcases works of art
Aircraft featured in the calendar include the Cirrus Vision Jet, Van’s RV-7, Van’s RV-12, and the Pilatus PC-12.
Museum slates STEM conference
The conference features professional female mentors from various STEM fields to talk to high school girls.
Plane crashes after landing with emergency brake engaged
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to verify that the parking brake was disengaged before landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Picture of the Day: Fall colors
Mike Kincaid submitted this photo and note: “Fall colors over Lake Coeur d’ Alene in Idaho from a Super Cub.” 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 […]