“This virtual capability brings dynamic aerial maneuvers to life, allowing pilots to learn from a safe, secure location,” Sporty’s officials said. “Beyond the basic maneuvers, the app includes a full air show routine, performed by Wagstaff, allowing users to experience the proper sequence of competition aerobatic flying.”
A license to learn
In not wanting to risk a hard bounce again, I applied full power to execute a go-around. The P-factor yawed the plane to the left and pushed the plane even closer to the runway edge lights, while still trying to fly. The plane ended up being in line with the runway edge lights, and two or three were struck.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise to CFI
Dalton Carter submitted this photo and note: “I grabbed this quick photo while I was heading down south of ATL to take my CFI checkride. Fantastic sunrise led to a fantastic checkride and resulted in a pass.”
New device increases safety for general aviation pilots
A student pilot’s struggles during training led to the development of the SkyVoice Alert 500, a takeoff and landing height announcer with gear warning, approved to install in all general aviation aircraft under the FAA’s Non Required Safety Enhancing Equipment (NORSEE) program.
A Young Eagle pays it forward
Luke Nunez was a Young Eagle two years ago. Now the private pilot is paying it forward as a pilot for Young Eagles flights.
Grant awarded to build pavilion at 52S
The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has approved a grant to help build a pavilion at St. Ignatius Airport (52S) in Montana.
Introduction to Multiengine Airplanes video debuts
“Taming the Twin: Introduction to Multiengine Airplanes presents the essentials of what’s involved in flying a multiengine airplane,” said ASI Vice President of Operations Paul Deres. “In addition, this first video discusses multiengine airplane intricacies, and it lays the groundwork for understanding the significance of single-engine operations and emergencies unique to multiengine flying.”
Pilot loses control when landing gear fractures
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing after applying power for takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and noseover.
Picture of the Day: First run-up
Ron Vandenboom submitted this photo and note: “The first run-up of the owner’s Cessna 195 at Guntly Airport (62C) in Franksville, Wisconsin, after a total rebuild and restoration of the hail-damaged airplane. The first flight was successful too.”