Grease is one of the most essential yet frequently misunderstood aviation lubricants. Our lubricants expert shows you how to properly select the exact grease for your specific aircraft, understand critical thickener compatibility issues, and learn the best practices for repacking wheel bearings to keep your airplane airworthy.
New Video Analyzes Loss of Propeller In Flight
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s Air Safety Institute has released an Early Analysis video looking at a recent incident with a Cessna 172S that included the loss of the propeller in flight.
New Hangars in the Works at KSOP
Moore County Airport has officially broken ground on two new corporate hangars, marking a milestone in its ongoing expansion.
McFarlane Alaska Aquires T3 Tailwheel Product Line
McFarlane Alaska has officially acquired the T3 Tailwheel product line, with plans to expand manufacturing capabilities, increase inventory support, and spur new product development to enhance landing gear handling for popular taildragger aircraft.
Corrosion and Debris in Carburetor Brings Down Piper
Probable Cause: A partial loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel contamination that resulted from corrosion and loose corrosion debris in the carburetor, which restricted fuel flow to the engine.
Picture of the Day: Home at Sunset
Frank Eskesen submitted this photo and note: “Landing back at Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU) in New Jersey to a beautiful sunset.”
Is A Picture Really Worth A Thousand Words?
Discover how Airborne Hotspots uses ADS-B data to visualize airspace traffic, resolve local airport conflicts, and track loss-of-separation events.
Pilots, Airport Advocates Request Fair Hearing on Burke Lakefront Airport
Advocates for Burke Lakefront Airport are urging the Cleveland City Council to schedule a public hearing regarding the mayor’s proposed closure of the facility.
New Tool Helps Master The Language of Aviation
Many student pilots drop out of flight training due to a hidden hurdle: The complex language of aviation itself. Keynomen is a new platform designed to solve this problem by offering structured, plain-English definitions and deep context for thousands of confusing aeronautical terms.