I would like to suggest another camera coverage that could provide significant and unmatched aircraft flight data (The eye of the camera, November issue). Digital cameras, with wide angle lenses, could be mounted on the exterior of commercial aircraft. Possible locations are the vertical stabilizer and the fore end of the underside fuselage. With the […]
What about the ADIZ?
You missed a big opportunity to make a better case for “bureaucratic overreaction” (Truth or consequences: Where zeal can compromise safety, November issue) when you failed to mention or discuss the one issue that concerns all pilots in the “Southern” area: FAA’s and the Secret Service’s attempt to make permanent the Washington ADIZ. There was […]
Red Flags
I’ve experienced and learned a few things since I earned my PPL, especially during the time I’ve owned my Luscombe. One of the most important is that I know that I will continue to learn as long as I continue to fly. The winds are ever changing and each landing is new and unique. Complacency […]
Flying the SparrowHawk
A gyroplane looks like a cross between an airplane and a helicopter. First developed in the 1920s, the gyroplane is one of the oldest forms of aviation technology. However, gyroplanes are not very common in the general aviation world, perhaps because of a reputation for being difficult or dangerous to fly. It’s an undeserved reputation, […]
Two CFIs die when Piper hits Cessna on runway
The Piper pilot’s improper decision to continue a landing on an occupied runway, which resulted in an in-flight collision with the departing Cessna. Factors related to the accident were the departing Cessna pilot’s inattentive radio communications and the obscured visibility of the traffic pattern from the air and ground by trees located at the departure end of the runway.
Aerox adds European model to line of regulators
Aerox has added a 477 Din-9 European regulator to its line of oxygen tank regulators. The new regulator is specially engineered to fit European-threaded oxygen tanks. The 477 DIN-9 regulates the flow of oxygen out of a tank so that multiple people can use the oxygen. The 477 DIN-9 is available in a two and […]
Aviat introduces new Husky model
Aviat Aircraft has introduced its second new model variation of the popular Husky A-1B. Following completion of certification for the A-1B200, it has introduced the A-1B160, which utilizes a Lycoming O-320 engine that develops 160 horsepower. The A-1B160 features new, high performance, dynamically balanced ailerons (sans spades) and has the option of including extended flaps. […]
Sporty’s update instrument course
Sporty’s Instrument Rating Course on interactive DVD has been completely re-edited and digitally remastered with new content. This fast-paced course explains the latest changes in technology and regulations. The course will prepare you for all three of your tests: the written, oral and flight tests. In fact, every task within the Practical Test Standards (PTS) […]
PolyFiber and Randolph distributors’ paint tinting machines assure quick shipping and delivery
All of the distributors for Randolph and Poly Fiber paints now have tinting machines at their facilities, meaning any color can be created and shipped within 24 hours or picked up at outlet stores. This is substantially more efficient than having distributors turn to the factory to blend paint colors and then drop ship. Randolph […]