Probable cause: The flight instructor’s exceedance of the critical angle of attack during a go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s failure to familiarize himself with the flight character
Picture of the Day: Pure joy
Terry Hayes Hayes submitted the following photo and note: “Pure joy!” 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 Page 4 photo feature in the print issue of […]
10 things you need to know about BasicMed
Still confused about BasicMed? Here’s the top 10 things you need to know.
First WINGS Sweepstakes awards 10 CFIs as new sweepstakes takes off
The success of the inaugural WINGS Sweepstakes has led to opening up the sweepstakes to all pilots and CFIs.
Aviation legend Clay Lacy contributes to Exploration of Flight
A gift from aviation legend Clay Lacy to the Exploration of Flight in Colorado will be a launch pad for future aviators.
New version of Lightspeed’s FlightLink app released
Using FlightLink 3.0, pilots can record all activity over the intercom and instantly play back ATC calls.
uAvionix launches nationwide installer network for general aviation
uAvionix has launched its Qualified Installer Mobile Installation Network for General Aviation products.
Hard landing results from trying to avoid flock of birds
Probable cause: The pilot’s abrupt maneuver to avoid birds during short final approach, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Picture of the Day: A French connection
Gord McNulty submitted the following photo and note: “The crew of a Bell CH-146 Griffon from 439 Squadron at Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, Quebec, met French immersion students from St. Anthony’s School in London, Ontario, during the London Air Show in September. The attentive students enjoyed learning about RCAF emergency rescue equipment and operations in […]