If you are flying in the New York City area this week, check often for NOTAMs.
Poor maintenance fatal for Quicksilver pilot
Probable cause: An engine loss of power due to fuel starvation from a broken fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine, which prevented the pilot from reaching a suitable landing area. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance of the engine and its components.
Picture of the Day: Waiting for the storms to pass
Matt McCoy submitted the following photo and note: “Stopped in Baker City, Oregon, to wait out the storms ahead en route to Boise on my longest cross country flight to date.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in […]
Pilot Perspectives: Seaplane instructor Jon Brown
For the last 45 years, Jon Brown has taught at Jack Brown’s Seaplane Base in Winter Haven, Florida.
Video: Celebrating the turf runway at KMIC
After rallying to save the turf runway at KMIC, pilots celebrate with a STOL competition.
Des Moines Aviation Academy finds a new home
The new facility means more students, as well as an expansion of the pilot side of the program.
Long-time pilot releases book of practical advice and personal stories
“I wrote this book because when I was learning to fly and first starting out, I wished a book like this was available to pilots. It wasn’t — until now.”
Mooney lands in California neighborhood after running out of fuel
Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning and improper decision to not refuel before the flight, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: Mooney sunset flight
Michael Williams submitted the following photo and note: “I captured this unique view of my 1965 Mooney C (“Lola”) at the Santa Rosa, California, airport getting ready for a San Francisco Golden Gate Bay tour flight at sunset on Sunday Sept. 15, 2019.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the […]