A veteran aviator’s preflight routine is designed to remove any doubt and — whatever you do — don’t interrupt him in the middle of his routine.
Radio Ready: PlaneEnglish and EAA launch sim for students
PlaneEnglish has developed a new unit for EAA AeroEducate within the PlaneEnglish Aviation Radio Simulator (ARSim). This unit offers 10 progressive, AI-assisted levels of training in aviation radio communications, ranging from beginner to solo pilot, according to company officials.
Able Flight Class of 2024 to receive their wings at AirVenture
This is the largest class to date for Able Flight, which provides scholarships to people with physical disabilities, according to Charles Stites, executive director.
Dynon Certified expands SkyView HDX STC coverage to include most piston twins
With the expansion, Dynon’s STC now covers nearly 800 aircraft models, according to Dynon officials.
Inadequately maintained fuel injection servo leads to engine failure
The total loss of engine power due to an inadequately maintained fuel injection servo.
Picture of the Day: Full Power
Cheryl Goodwin sent in this photo with a note: “An afternoon of action on Lake Winnebago captured from the Seaplane base at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023.”
You meet the nicest people at Oshkosh
When Mike and Jeannette Halstead arrived at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 with smoke billowing out of their Cessna 206’s cowling, they discovered what it’s like to be part of the Oshkosh family.
New nonprofit created to expand backcountry access
The Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation will raffle off the first Carbon Cub (S/N 001) as the grand prize in a fundraiser to help financially support the new foundation and its operations.
Jeppesen cuts prices, simplifies NavData and chart coverages for Garmin and Avidyne panels
Prior to the changes, Jeppesen offered more than 100 different charting coverages. That has been simplified to 14 coverage options, according to company officials. Previously, Jeppesen charts covering the United States cost $960 a year. Now, charting coverage for all of North America is $449, a 53% savings.