WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Homeland Security Department has issued an Interim Flight Rule that will again permit general aviation aircraft to operate into and out of Reagan National Airport. Since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, GA aircraft have not been permitted at DCA, which is located just across the Potomac River from downtown Washington. […]
What is causing this engine’s vibration problem?
QUESTION: I have a vibration problem with my IO-540-C4B5. I had a computer analysis done and it seems to be the engine instead of the prop. The test showed to add 96 grams at the 72° position and this seemed way out of tolerance. What can cause vibration instead of the prop being out of […]
What’s the best way to start a cold engine?
What’s the best way to start a cold engine? I’ve recently received several questions about this, with some asking about pre-oiling, hand propping or even squirting a small amount of oil into each cylinder before cranking. What’s the best way to start a cold engine? I’ve recently received several questions about this, with some asking […]
An appreciation of an extraordinary man
Vice Admiral James B. Stockdale was a Naval aviator, a prisoner of war who earned the Medal of Honor for his heroism, an outstanding leader and teacher, and a reluctant vice presidential candidate. He died July 5 at the age of 81, after an unsuccessful battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Jim Stockdale was both a warrior […]
Ninety-Nines museum pays tribute to women pilots
Although women have been involved in aviation nearly since its beginning, some museums give the impression that Amelia Earhart was the only woman to fly, ignoring the thousands of women who came after her or even those who flew before her. That’s not to say Earhart was not important. In addition to being a record […]
Yeah me!
It’s hard to believe another year has rolled around since Pickens County’s first Airport Appreciation Day. We were more prepared this year, having laid a lot of the groundwork last year. We knew our target audience. While we invite everyone to fly in, the public of Jasper, Pickens County and the surrounding areas are those […]
Banner towing mishap destroys Bellanca, injures pilot
These July 2003 Accident Reports are provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, they are intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Bellanca 8GCBC. Location: Manorville, N.Y. Injuries: 1 Serious. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot, employed as a banner tower, came in low […]
Aircraft Spruce offers full line of Halon fire extinguishers
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty now carries the full line of H3R Halon and Halotron 1 fire extinguishers for use in aircraft cockpits, cargo areas and on the ground while servicing aircraft. Available in red or chrome finish, the H3R extinguishers come in a range of sizes starting with 14 ounces of agent for pilot bags […]
SME hosts The Total Manufacturing Experience
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) will host The Total Manufacturing Experience — a new manufacturing event to be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center March 27-30, 2006. The Total Manufacturing Experience will draw leaders from key industries, including aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, electronics, high tech and more. The Total Manufacturing Experience will […]