Pilot deviated from the airplane’s checklist to keep the engine running during run-up and taxi.
Picture of the Day: Breaking in his new hangar
Mike Kincaid submitted this photo taken by Mike Conti with the following note: “After pulling in his Cessna 182 Katmai and Beaver Amphib, Tim Zilka broke in his new hangar at the Carlin Bay Airport in Lake Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho by hosting a barbecue on a hot Sunday evening.” Would you like to have […]
Wautoma Airport: Waypoint to Oshkosh
Many pilots flying to Oshkosh prefer to make the area’s outlying airports their base, including Wautoma Municipal Airport (Y50), just 25 air miles from the big show.
New Virginia law exempts taxes on aircraft parts and maintenance
A new law in Virginia exempts aircraft parts and maintenance activities from sales and use tax.
Dynon adds to portable avionics line
Dynon has introduced the D3 Pocket Panel EFIS and the DRX, a portable, dual-band ADS-B traffic and weather receiver.
Alsim to produce sims in U.S.
French company Alsim will open a new production facility in the U.S in 2019.
Garmin Pilot app launches real-time engine data display
Garmin has enhanced Garmin Pilot, including the addition of wireless real-time display and play-back of engine data.
Jet blast bends 172
Pilot failed to maintain a safe taxi distance from a large turbine-powered airplane that was maneuvering on the ramp. Damage ensued.
Picture of the Day: Morning rest
Taking a well-earned rest.