One of the primary features of the update is support for the AV-APA (Analog Port Adapter), an accessory that connects the AV-30 to legacy installed autopilots, company officials noted.
Just purchased plane crashes on flight home
A loss of yaw control while on final approach, which resulted in the pilot performing an off-runway landing, and a subsequent nose over. The reason for the loss of yaw control could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Picture of the Day: Red Arrows
Geoffrey Hall submitted this photo of the Red Arrows performing at an air show in Folkestone in Kent, England, in August 2023, and a note: “That’s one ‘L’ of a maneuver!”
Family brings the future into reality
The Wright brothers did the impossible, which then became the improbable. Eventually transitioning into the realm of the mundane with flights being so common, safe, and affordable that virtually everyone you or I know has flown. That wasn’t true when I was a kid. It was absolute fantasy when Orville was a child.
Another patent for the flying car
The Samson Sky Switchblade has earned its sixth patent, with more in the works, according to company officials.
A first for Duncan Aviation — and the FAA
Duncan Aviation has received the first-ever FAA-issued Repair Station certificate, uniting all of its facilities and satellite locations under a single Repair Station number.
60 years and counting…
Since Dec. 12, 1963, more than 64,000 PT6 engines have been delivered to power nearly 21,000 aircraft, company officials report.
CFI caught off guard during landing
As a CFI, I should remain alert, aware of the situation and environment at all times and ready to take corrective action. I did not do that yesterday.
Picture of the Day: Getting ready for another tow
Diana Layton submitted this photo and note: “Civil Air Patrol cadets scatter to the squadron’s glider to get it turned around in preparation for another tow.”