Probable cause: A total loss of engine power during takeoff due to fuel starvation as a result of a failure of internal components of the fuel servo.
Picture of the Day: Flying over the Lone Star state
Jay Carpenter submitted the following photo and note: “Molly Maguire, our miniature albino coyote, recently captured in the Chihuahuan Desert of the Big Bend in Texas, enjoying the sights of the Lone Star state.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All […]
Aviation’s star-studded night
Dubbed the Oscar Night of Aviation, the Living Legends of Aviation induct the class of 2019.
New partnership gets ag aviation buzzing
A new partnership focuses on improving drones to help increase the world’s food supply.
Nine galleries close as renovations begin at National Air and Space Museum
Renovations have begun at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.
Sporty’s Pilot Training App adds new test prep features and additional courses
The Pilot Training app continues to expand with new content, including a new course on flying with the Aspen Evolution avionics system. This course contains more than 75 minutes of animations, in-flight video and real-world tips on using the PFD and MFD displays.
Radiant Technology introduces Universal Airspeed Indicator
The new instrument works across three different speed ranges and knots/MPH, according to company officials.
Pilot’s combination of drugs contributes to fatal accident
Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment by the effects of a combination of psychoactive substances.
Picture of the Day: Peace through the chaos
Andrew Morris submitted the following photo and note: “With regional approach en route to Addison, Texas, in a Tecnam P2008 turbo SLSA.” 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 […]