I have received a number of questions regarding the level of zinc dialkyl dithiophosphate (ZDDP) in modern automotive engine oils. It appears that people are experiencing a significant number of camshaft and lifter failures on newly overhauled engines with flat tappets. The failures appear to be caused by a lower level of ZDDP in the latest […]
Kids still dream of being a pilot
A new poll conducted by British Airways shows that working as a pilot is still a dream job for some kids. The independent research poll of 650 children aged 6-12 years revealed that being a footballer (soccer player) is the number one goal for boys, along with being a pilot, and a superhero. Meanwhile, girls […]
AOPA headquarters newest chapter of the IMC Club
The 72nd chapter of the IMC Club has been founded at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) headquarters in Frederick Md. The IMC Clubs concept is to bring together IFR-rated pilots who fly in real-world “actual IMC” and provide them an opportunity to share stories, network with the larger pilot community, and gain insights […]
Vintage Aircraft Weekend prepares for takeoff
EVERETT, Wash. — Historic Flight Foundation will host the 6th annual Vintage Aircraft Weekend, offering food, fun, flying, music, and more Friday, Aug. 30, to Sunday, Sept. 1 at Paine Field. Together with Paine Field Partners, Castle & Cooke and the Snohomish County Airport, Historic Flight Foundation expects as many as 65 pilots from across the […]
Learjet C-21A arrives at Air Force museum
DAYTON, Ohio — One of the U.S. Air Force’s first C-21A aircraft landed at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on Wednesday, Aug. 28. The Learjet C-21A twin turbofan-engine aircraft was the military version of the Learjet 35A business jet. It provided airlift for eight passengers and more than 3,000 pounds of cargo, […]
JSfirm.com integrates LinkedIn profiles with job application process
FORT WORTH, Texas — JSfirm.com is now integrated with LinkedIn. “We have integrated LinkedIn with the job application process allowing job seekers to easily import their profiles. LinkedIn is a recruiting playground and JSfirm.com has taken full advantage of this, ” said Manager Jeff Richards. “JSfirm.com’s new job seeker memberships have increased 126%,” Richards stated. […]
Klapmeier, Clark and Welch join EAA board
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Three aviators have joined the board of directors of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). Alan Klapmeier, James Clark, and Cody Welch were elected during the annual EAA membership meeting July 31, held as part of the annual EAA AirVenture. As Class I directors, they will each serve a three-year term on the EAA […]
Middle East security expert to headline Curtiss Fall Flying Festival dinner
HAMMONDSPORT, N.Y. — Middle East security expert Christopher Harmer will be the keynote speaker at the Curtiss Fall Flying Festival Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Glenn Curtiss Museum. Harmer has a comprehensive understanding of the situation in the Middle East, including the systems of enemy and friendly forces, the population demographics, physical terrain, […]
Prop failure for RV
Aircraft: Vans RV-6A. Injuries: None. Location: Albany, Ore. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot noted that the propeller assembly had undergone maintenance by its manufacturer on three occasions prompted by his observation of hub grease seeping onto the shank portion of the blades. The pilot removed the propeller and hub assembly and returned it to the […]