Mechanics at Air Plains report the absence of the filter seal assembly on many L and M model Cessna 172 Skyhawks coming in for engine upgrades. This can cause a change in designed air flow over the engine, resulting in higher CHTs, as much as 10° to 15° F.
Failure of connecting rod leads to total loss of engine power
Probable Cause: A failure of the No. 2 connecting rod, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: Best place to view the night air show
Kjersti Kittelson submitted this photo and note: “Best spot to enjoy the night air show at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 was among the warbirds for a great view and good company.”
Unobtanium: My ride in the Goodyear blimp
It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience and you can’t pay for it. You have to be invited to ride on the Goodyear blimp.
Early Analysis on Baron crash released
“In Early Analysis: Baron B55 Crash in Monterey, CA, we appear to have a loss-of-control incident that could have happened because of spatial disorientation,” said AOPA Air Safety Institute Senior Vice President Mike Ginter. “The weather was clearly IMC, with clouds below 1,000 feet.”
Aerox continues acquisitions
Aerox Aerospace Group, parent company of Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems, Omnigas Systems, and Aerox Fluid Power, has acquired N23D Services, a provider of FAA-PMA aftermarket gas cylinders for aerospace oxygen and compressed gas systems.
Sporty’s unveils new Flight Gear bags
Sporty’s has introduced its newest generation of its Flight Gear line — six new bags, designed using customer feedback from thousands of flight hours and real-world testing at Sporty’s, according to company officials.
Fuel starvation brings down 172
Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: Out from the smoke…
Paul Spanbauer submitted this photo and note: “A B-26 flying through the smoke of the ‘Tora Tora Tora’ performance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025.”