The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a parked airplane.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise in Western Wisconsin
Richard George submitted this photo and note: “Early morning fog in the coulees of western Wisconsin. The beauty of this country never ceases to amaze. Photo taken from my 34-year-old RV4 on Sept. 9, 2023.”
Wheels up the wrong way
Pilots should make a serious effort to keep the wheels downward on a regular basis. From takeoff to landing and even to temporarily storing the airplane on the ramp, that goal should be included in our mission plan. If nothing else, the successful execution of that plan will prevent us from having a humbling conversation with our insurance carrier.
STC gives new life to the legendary deHavilland Beaver
After more than six years in the making, Valdor Aircraft has received an STC from Transport Canada to replace the original piston engines on the legendary deHavilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver with turboprop engines from Pratt & Whitney Canada, along with the installation of BX wings, built at the company’s plant in Val-D’Or, France.
New airport opens in Texas
The land was previously a crop duster dirt airstrip in the 1970s, but has been abandoned for several decades, according to officials, who note this is the first airfield to open in Texas since 2008.
Next Generation Chrome-Free Epoxy Primer introduced
The Next Generation Chrome-Free Epoxy Primer, a two-component, corrosion-inhibitive primer that contains no chromate, is designed for all types of aircraft, including general aviation aircraft.
Pilot downplays near miss in the pattern
I cannot know if I heard the complete truth from the 172 pilot. Perhaps they were not using push-to-talk when they thought they were. Perhaps the long day waiting for a tire change had made them frazzled.
Picture of the Day: At Ryan Field
Glenn Brasch, the man behind AirportCourtesyCars.com, submitted this photo with a note: “A beautiful Cessna 180 owned by Joe McDonough sits near two newly completed cabins at Ryan Field (2MT1) in Montana. A total of four cabins are available for use for supporters of the Recreational Aviation Foundation who fly into the field.”
Questions from the Cockpit: Plane sharing
Mac, a private pilot in California asks: With the cost of airplane rentals so high, do you have any tips on the best way to maximize hours to keep current? Absolutely, says our expert: Plane sharing.