This is the Do point, not to be confused with the Dew point, which pertains to the weather. It relates to a pilot’s ability, even responsibility, to do something. To make a decision that’s rooted in safety. An action that is based on solid, conservative thought processes designed to keep ourselves, our passengers, and the aircraft safe from harm.
DeltaHawk introduces higher power engines
Testing is underway at DeltaHawk Engines as two new higher horsepower versions of its FAA certified DHK180 engine are introduced: The 200 horsepower DHK200 and 235 horsepower DHK235.
Hartzell extends backcountry prop discounts to RAF supporters
Hartzell Propeller is extending a $1,000 discount to supporters of the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) on all new Hartzell backcountry aircraft propellers through 2024.
Applications open for Cascade Warbirds scholarships
Applications will be accepted until Feb. 29, 2024, for scholarships from Cascade Warbirds, for private pilot ground school with introductory flights for young people between the ages of 16 and 21.
Lost nut becomes lodged in elevator trim control wheel
We believe the cause of this incident was human error by the inaction of the technician to retrieve the missing nut. Despite previously loosening the nut and installing a new cable with a new nut, the technician either forgot to find the missing nut or did not hear it fall in the trim components.
Picture of the Day: Chicago from a Ford TriMotor
Gary Baker submitted this photo and note: “As one of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Ford TriMotor pilots, I was fortunate to be able to ferry the Liberty Aviation Museum 5AT-B TriMotor from a tour stop in Smyrna, Tennessee, to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023. After a fuel stop at Gary, Indiana, we flew the Chicago FlyWay along the shoreline. We are flying past the Navy Pier.”
What’s the problem with my #4 cylinder?
When it comes to older aircraft, anything is possible so, as you can imagine, it also makes troubleshooting more difficult.
Touch and goes banned at KTOA
In a Jan. 23, 2024, meeting, the Torrance City Council voted 5-1 (with one abstention) to ban touch and goes and restrict back taxis and low approaches at Zamperini Field (KTOA) in Torrance, California.
SkyView HDX approved for Barons
According to company officials, Dynon-equipped Barons “benefit from a full-featured three-axis autopilot system, including yaw damper, that is approach capable when paired with a compatible third-party IFR navigation device.”