Clay Simmons, a 22-year old aircraft builder and pilot based in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the winner of the sixth annual Richard L. Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots.
Jumpstart kits for homebuilt panels unveiled
Dynon and Advanced Flight Systems have introduced the Advanced Control Module (ACM).
Carb icing proves fatal
The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an inadvertent aerodynamic stall while returning to the airport following a partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Picture of the Day: Two warbirds
Karyn King sent in this photo and a note: “We flew in to Kingman, Arizona, in our Nanchang CJ6 to help celebrate a World War II B-17 pilot’s 100th birthday. Here we are parked next to the B-17 “Sentimental Journey.” Two warbirds, one a Chinese trainer, and one that was critical in winning World War II.”
Someone should do something
For Jim, Scott, and the eight others who stepped up when they heard “someone should do something,” good on ya.
Redbird and the RAF Partner on educational resources for backcountry flying
Identifying a shortage of training materials that support pilots in developing their skills in off-airport, backcountry, and recreational flying, the organizations are creating a catalog of resources covering topics such as practical flying skills and habits, planning and preparation, basic survival and first aid, and gear recommendations and usage.
Daher boosts production capacity for Kodiak
Sandpoint’s increased production capacity results from the addition of a second final assembly line that mirrors the build-up of Kodiaks once the basic airframe has been assembled, company officials explained.
Flight Outfitters introduces three new products for pilots and outdoor enthusiasts
Flight Outfitters has introduced three new products designed specifically for pilots and outdoor enthusiasts: The Charter Ops Flashlight, the Horizon Headlamp, and the iDeck Kneeboard.
Piper crashes after flying into icing conditions
The pilot’s decision to continue the flight into an area of moderate to heavy icing conditions, which resulted in a degradation of airplane performance and subsequent loss of control.