QUESTION: I purchased a Lycoming HO360-BIB to use in an experimental aircraft. I have to convert from a rear pressure carb to a downdraft carb. I purchased a sump (part #71871) for this conversion. This is the part number from an early Lycoming parts catalog for most 180 hp 360s. This sump has tubes that […]
Should this engine have a fuel return line?
QUESTION: I have a Glasair, started by someone else, with an IO-320 engine. He has a fuel return line from the side of the throttle body going back to the bottom of the header tank. It is my understanding that there is not supposed to be a fuel return line on this system. I can’t […]
What does the future hold for avgas?
I’ve received several questions about the future availability of avgas. One reader noted that AOPA President Phil Boyer has warned that oil companies will stop producing avgas in five years or so. The reader went on to ask if he would be able to use auto gas in his aircraft or would he need to […]
The power of three
By PETER M. BOWERS. Without exception, all of the floats seen on licensed civil seaplanes today are of the twin-float type. The single-float type popular with the U.S. Navy when it still had seaplanes, with small floats under the wingtips as on flying boats, has never been approved for civil operation. There is another configuration […]
Failure to remove ice results in an off-airport landing
These February 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 18. Location: Burlington, Wash. Injuries: None. Aircraft damage: Minor. What reportedly happened: During the preflight inspection the pilot noticed there was ice and […]
Oil Eater Cleaner/ Degreaser gives new meaning to the term all-purpose
Oil Eater Cleaner/Degreaser dissolves grease and oil on engines, tools, concrete, asphalt and walls and removes stains from floormats and upholstery. It is even safe to use as a spot remover on color-fast clothes. The formulation safely accomplishes the cleaning that previously required solvent or acid cleaners. The non-flammable cleaner is water-based, biodegradable and contains […]
Hartzell Propeller gets DAS certification
Hartzell now is able to obtain STCs for its OEM and Top PropT retrofit customers more quickly. FAA award of Designated Alteration Station (DAS) status allows the company to issue its own STCs for propeller installations on Part 23 single and multi-engine piston and turbine-powered aircraft. It also includes the authority to install related propeller […]
Banyan opens online pilot store
Banyan Air Service’s Pilot Shop, based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Fla., recently opened an online store at BanyanPilotShop.com. The online store carries items from Jeppesen, ASA, Garmin, Gleim, Bose, David Clark, Telex, and a variety of pilot supplies, training aids, cockpit accessories, clothing and safety products. Products are shipped the same day on most […]
Elliott Aviation receives STC for TCAS II/ACAS and Flight ID in King Airs
Elliott Aviation offers operators of King Air B200s and 350s, equipped with the latest Collins ProLine 21 glass cockpit, the ability to add Collins TCAS-II/ACAS, offering maximum safety and meeting current European requirements. The display of traffic along with the display of vertical speed RA commands has been integrated into the existing ProLine 21 LCD […]