The pilot’s and the passenger’s improper decision to have the passenger attempt to move a wheel chock while the propeller was turning, which resulted in a serious injury.
Picture of the Day: BirdDog sunset flight
Stan Kasprzyk submitted this photo and note: “Bob Stoney’s O-1E/L-19 BirdDog N4848M relaxes on the grass at the Evergreen Sky Ranch airport (51WA) near Black Diamond, Washington, just before a sunset flight.”
Hood River Fly-In: The best of old and new
Some of the greatest magic of an event like the Hood River Fly-In is that people of all backgrounds and all levels of experience mingle freely and learn about aviation, because there’s always something new to learn.
Video: One of a kind L-Bird
The local television channel’s “Bob and Ted’s Excellent Adventures” series focuses on a family’s L-19.
ASA president prepares to retire
Mike Lorden, president and owner of Aviation Supplies & Academics, will retire Dec. 31, 2021, with Greg Robbins then taking over as president and owner.
Virginia flight school to offer carbon offsets for training
The flight school’s owner hopes the new program will spur other flight schools to take similar steps.
Airport truck ‘plays chicken’ with Mooney
After reaching rotation speed, I observed the airport vehicle cross the runway in front of me. It appeared he was playing chicken. I considered rejecting the takeoff but could not be certain the power changes and braking would help avoid the collision.
Picture of the Day: Gazin’ in the grass
Jim Roberts submitted this photo and note: “Frank Schelling’s 1928 TravelAir 4000 biplane, as viewed by a “newfangled” flying machine at Weakley Field, Tennessee. The TravelAir, which is painted in the livery it wore when flown by Charles Lindbergh at Robertson Aircraft Corporation, is under restoration by Mark Lightsey in his Aerocraftsman shop. Mark, Frank, and I spent the day hanging the wings on the fuselage, and then rolled her out for photos. Rigging, plumbing, and a myriad of tasks remain before first flight, but the wait will be worth it when she returns to the skies!”
Headwinds in the forecast
When actual winds aloft are stronger than forecast, it’s great if the wind is on your tail, not so much when it’s on the nose.