Two witnesses reported observing the Bellanca 8KCAB fly over a private airstrip that was adjacent to a small lake near Kosciusko, Mississippi. One witness said that the airplane initially made a high pass over the airstrip before it turned back at a lower altitude and then “buzzed” over the lake. He said that, when the airplane […]
Devastation at KOJC
Frequent contributor Star Novak sent us photos of the devastation caused by storms ripping through Johnson County Executive Airport (KOJC) in Olathe, Kansas, Monday, March. 6, 2017. She writes: “These are truly the airplane photos that I hate to shoot,” she said. “To see this in person was overwhelming. There are just no words…”
Cool story, Bro
By JEB BURNSIDE. Any time two or more pilots get together, no matter the reason, the conversation eventually turns to flying. Even if one of them just got married, they’ll at least ask each other how their flight in went, and where they’re headed next. In fact, the only real exception to this rule is […]
6 suggestions for finding more power
Who wouldn’t like to get a little more power from their engine? A recent Ask Paul (aka Mr. Lycoming) column was a response to a reader wanting to know how he could coax a “tad more power” from a “150-hp, narrow-deck O-320”. In addition to Paul’s thoughts, a good many readers weighed on the topic on […]
GA leaders awarded during Bob Hoover Trophy reception
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) recently honored aerobatic pilot Sean D. Tucker, Rep. Todd Rokita (R-Ind.) and 71 other members of Congress, Pat Hartness, and Woody Lesikar for their contributions to general aviation during the second annual Bob Hoover Trophy Reception. “Tonight we honor those who have distinguished themselves for their exemplary work protecting […]
VFR Flight Handbook updated
The Third Edition of the “VFR Flight Handbook” has been released. Author Anthony A. Repeta has gathered, condensed and organized material from FAA publications and other sources to create the handbook, with notes on aircraft operation and the rules, regulations, procedures (normal and emergency) for flying VFR in all classes of airspace. Regulatory information has been […]
New Asian air sports federation launches
The growth of general aviation in Asia, along with air sports, has led to the formation of the Air Sports Federation in Asia (ASFA). The new federation is the result of the merger of two smaller organizations — The Airsport Federation of Asia (AFA) and the Asian Air Sports Federation (AASF). The AFA and AASF […]
Wings Club to present Outstanding Aviator Award
NEW YORK — The Wings Club Foundation and International Aviation Womens Association (IAWA) will present Heather Penney with the 2017 annual Outstanding Aviator Award. The presentation will take place during The Wings Club Foundation’s Annual Meeting March 29, 2017, at The Yale Club in New York City. Penney is recognized for her extraordinary service and bravery […]
Contaminated fuel brings down Ercoupe
The pilot was flying the Ercoupe 415C under a ferry permit to the destination airport. However, due to unsafe runway conditions at that airport, he chose to land at an alternate airport near St. Jacob, Illinois. Upon arrival at the alternate airport, he executed an aborted landing. He applied engine power and climbed to about 150 to […]