QUESTION: I just read your article on the history of the 0-320-H2AD engine (What engines should I avoid, Dec. 24, 2004, issue). I have had three Skyhawks with the later engine (two 1977s and one 1979) and have had no problems with TBO — all went well past 2,000 hours. My question is about power. […]
What’s the best way to prevent rust during storage?
Judging by the number of questions I receive in the mail and at air shows, the No. 1 lubricant related question is: “”What is the best thing to do to prevent rust and corrosion during prolonged storage or during very low usage times?”” Judging by the number of questions I receive in the mail and […]
Curtiss Hawk
By PETER M. BOWERS. The Curtiss Hawk line of fighters for the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and export was one of the best-known single-seat biplanes in the years between the two world wars and is still a favorite with model builders. The many configuration changes that the Hawk displayed over its very long — for […]
Rush to get airborne leaves five dead
These June 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: Beech Bonanza. Location: Los Angeles. Injuries: 5 Fatal, 7 Serious. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: The pilot had approximately 1,100 hours of experience, […]
Aloft Technologies introduces new lightweight headset
Aloft Technologies has introduced a technologically advanced, lightweight aviation headset, weighing only 1.5 ounces. The Clarity Aloft Headset provides patented self-molding ear tips to achieve superior sound clarity and comfort, while providing 35-45 decibels of passive noise reduction, according to Aloft Technologies officials. “A distinct feature of the Clarity Aloft pilot headset is the patented […]
Protectors make charts easier to use
Quick Release Chart Protectors not only protect approach plates from damage, they also make them easier to use. Engineered specifically for the cockpit, the Chart Protectors are a plastic sleeve with specially designed reinforced slits so a pilot can simply remove or replace the approach plate without having to open the binder rings. The Quick […]
Lincoln Electric catalog available now
Lincoln Electric has created an easier way to select a welding machine with its 2005 Product Catalog. Recommended options are specified on the same page so that a customer can easily identify the accessories to consider for a particular power source. At the back of the guide, an “Optional Features” section contains photographs and descriptions […]
All Weather, Inc. releases independent ATC display system
All Weather, Inc. has released ACE-IDS 2.0, the next generation of air traffic control display systems. ACE-IDS 2.0 combines the reliability of the certified ACE-IDS hardware platform with the power of StormFront, a new real-time data collection and display software engine. Designed to meet the needs of both air traffic controllers and operations technicians, the […]
EA Logs brings your logbooks into the 21st century
EA Logs can make your aircraft’s logbooks more usable. With the average age of GA aircraft well past the quarter century mark, logbooks are aging as well. Most shops print log entries on stickers, which makes reading the entries simple, but what about the last 30 years of log entries? Handwritten entries can be difficult […]