ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida — The Patty Wagstaff Aerobatic School now offers its Confidence Course for a holiday special price of $795. One of the school’s CFIs will dedicate the entire day, one on one, teaching and reviewing airmanship, upset training, spins, and basic aerobatics, in a Super Decathlon. The Confidence Course is designed for all […]
Carb icing results in off-airport landing
Aircraft: Piper Comanche. Injuries: None. Location: McAllen, Texas. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: After taking off and climbing to about 1,200 feet, the engine began to run rough and lost power. The pilot turned back toward the airport, but the plane didn’t have enough altitude to glide to the runway and it came down […]
Picture of the day
Reader Star Novak sent in this photo, which was published in the Dec. 5 print issue for our Year in Pictures special focus.
Time for an overhaul or just keep flying?
Q: I have a ’69 Skyhawk with 2,500 hours on the engine. Good compression, no metal, one quart oil burn every eight hours. Should I get a top overhaul or a complete engine overhaul or just keep flying until an indication of a problem? TED HALL, Upperco, Md. A: Well, I must tell you that with 2,500 […]
Hillsboro Aviation sells flight school
HILLSBORO, Ore. — Hillsboro Aviation has sold one of its three core business groups, the flight training division, to Renovus Capital Partners and Graycliff Partners. Hillsboro Aviation will continue to operate its charter and sales and service divisions with a focus on charter services, aircraft sales, MRO, avionics services and parts sales. This next chapter […]
Lightspeed Aviation launches new collection of flight bags
Lightspeed Aviation has launched The Lightspeed Aviation Adventure Flight Bag collection, which includes two bags made of full-grain South American cowhide, and one made of ballistic polyester with full grain cowhide accents. Designed for the pilot, each bag incorporates features like purpose-built pockets for headsets, iPads, portable cameras, transceivers, and water bottles, as well as […]
SwitchBox free app controls aircraft pre-heat
Now available is the SwitchBox app for remotely controlling electrical devices. Specifically designed for pilots, SwitchBox offers a way to remotely turn on/off an aircraft’s pre-heat system and other electrical devices. The new app offers expanded capabilities, according to company officials. It’s available free for use on iOS and Android devices, as well as Web […]
PilotMall debuts leather pilot bags
This holiday season, PilotMall.com is debuting new leather pilot bags and Buffalo Leather duffels, totes and briefcases. New large and medium pilot bags come in black, natural or café tones. Each boasts top-grain leather and all the nooks and crannies needed for pilot gear and accessories, according to company officials. PilotMall’s new line of Buffalo […]
Practical Guide to the Private Pilot Checkride released
New is “The Practical Guide to the Private Pilot Checkride,” which helps private pilot applicants organize and prioritize ground school materials and practical skills in preparation for the checkride. Designed as a study guide, this book clarifies in “plain language” exactly what student pilots must know and demonstrate during the oral portion of the FAA […]