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First flight in weight-shift-control aircraft goes awry for fixed-wing pilot
The pilot’s incorrect flight control input during the landing flare, which resulted in an impact with the ground.
Pictures of the Day: Special Olympics
Bob Showalter submitted these photos and a note: “Dove 31 is a Citation X passing Dove 26, a Citation XL. We were both flying the arrival for the Special Olympics airlift into KORL on June 12, 2022. Dove 31 was at FL410, Dove 26 at 40,000 feet. Yes a Citation X is a lot faster than a Citation XL. We all had a wonderful time moving these special athletes and coaches back and forth to the games!”
Picture of the Day: Cavalcade of Planes
Dragan Lazic submitted this photo and note: “The Cavalcade of Planes happened in Bolingbrook, Illinois, in June 2022. It was one of the best organized airshows. My kids loved it!”
Creating a community around Airplanes & Coffee
Three Dallas-area pilots had a simple idea: Why not meet with all our friends at the airport once a month and enjoy some coffee and donuts? In less than two years, Airplanes & Coffee has expanded outside the Dallas area and become a non-profit organization that offers scholarships to help defray some of the costs of getting into general aviation.
Do you fly along the East Coast in the summer?
A free webinar slated for June 29, 2022, will offer tips and tricks on how to minimize exposure to potential adverse weather conditions found in the Appalachians and the eastern coastal region.
FBOs offer deals for pilots flying to Oshkosh
As general aviation ramps up for the big show, slated for July 25-31, 2022, GlobalAir.com has added a list to its site of deals being offered by FBOs around the country to pilots flying to Oshkosh, such as discounts on fuel, food, and camping.
MRO Insider merges with European company to offer global coverage
The two companies help aircraft owners find maintenance providers around the world. Officials note that users find “three to six competitive quotes for AOG response quicker than sitting on hold with a single call center.”
Distracted pilot forgets to remove pitot tube cover
Upon takeoff roll, noticed airspeed indicator not showing airspeed.