Work is expected to last about 30 days.
Carb icing contributes to crash
Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor icing, which resulted from the student pilot’s failure to apply carburetor heat and the flight instructor’s delayed response in applying carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
Picture of the Day: I like ‘em both
Dave Timms submitted the following photo and note: “Photo opportunity at the Wings and Wheels Event sponsored by the Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada. The aircraft is an NA 64 Yale, not a T-6 Texan. (Note the fixed undercarriage). This aircraft was on board a ship destined for France during World War II. […]
Are we there yet?
I’ll stop flying one day, but the departure from the left seat will be on my terms.
Video: The technicians behind the scenes at the Red Bull Air Races
A new video features the technicians who work on making the Red Bull Air Race planes as fast as they can be.
Model and military veterans begin flight training
Able Flight scholarship winners have begun their flight training at Purdue University.
Student pilots, high school students get discount to FlightSimExpo
Student pilots can get a 50% discount off the event registration fee.
Air Plains adds autopilot line
WELLINGTON, Kansas — Air Plains Services, which specializes in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, has added Genesys Aerosystems autopilots to its list of system and avionics upgrade suppliers. “The long list of Genesys autopilots gives Air Plains even more options for meeting the varied requirements and budgets of our customers looking to keep their […]
Pilot hits tree on takeoff
Probable cause: The pilot’s delayed application of rudder and failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.