Designed specifically for experimental and certified general aviation aircraft, the ground power units provide airframe power for a variety of tasks, from avionics testing, troubleshooting and maintenance, and a powered preflight inspection.
First solo ends when student hits taxiway light
My student was on his first solo flight while during his last landing he thought he was touch and go. I saw him touch down then raise the flaps, at that point I radioed to him full stop.
Pictures of the Day: Scenes from Day 1 of Oshkosh
Jim Roberts sent in these photos, snapped the opening day of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021.
Auf Wiedersehen von einem freund und mentor
Goodbye to a mentor and a friend. You were that and more, Dr. Gleim. Now, you are on to whatever comes next even as your legacy continues to benefit so many you’ve left behind.
Diamond DA50RG makes U.S. debut
After making its U.S. debut at Oshkosh, the Diamond DA50 RG will launch on a U.S. tour.
ICON A5 on path to Type Certification
The company reports it is in the final stages of achieving Type Certification for the A5, which will allow international sales.
FlightAware targets piston pilots
FlightAware has launched Aviator, a flight tracking suite for piston airplane pilots.
Plane ends up in ditch after too much rudder
I believe this incident was caused by excessive control input, using my right leg on the rudder instead of just my toes. Too much right rudder (too long, too strong). I should have just used my toes and ankles on the rudder during the roll out.
Picture of the Day: Welcome to Oshkosh 2021
Dana Brejakova sent in this photo of the rapidly-filling RV parking area at the 2021 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh show, which kicked off July 26 and runs through Aug. 1.