Dale Bakke submitted these photo and note: “My 1977 Cardinal RG enjoys flying with two Cardinal cousins. My wife enjoys the serene scene side while I enjoy the extra two knots speed from my side! Artwork by MickeyHarrisArt.com.”
Trying to make sense of the FAA’s new policy on flight training
“The FAA did an unexpected and stunning about-face from decades of standard policy with the change, disregarding longstanding aviation safety practices.”
Next generation Epic E1000 approved by FAA
The E1000 GX, which replaces the original E1000 model, features a Garmin GFC 700 Automated Flight Control System and a Hartzell 5-Blade Composite Propeller.
Not going to Oshkosh? You can still become a better pilot
“We will be providing the same quality simulation mission exercises and scenarios featured at Oshkosh, but in your home or at a select flight training center near you,” said Radek Wyrzykowski, EAA Manager of Flight Proficiency. “We’ll connect you with experienced instructors who have trained with proven simulation missions and state-of-the-art remote training tools. It’s designed to improve piloting and decision-making skills for pilots regardless of their experience level.”
Hartzell expands heating options with acquisition of Tanis Aircraft Products
Tanis has a wide range of piston engine preheat products, including kits for engines from manufacturers Austro, Continental, Franklin, Jabiru, Jacobs, Lycoming, Rotax, and more. Tanis also offers turbine preheat kits and systems for all major engine manufacturers, including Honeywell (Garrett), Pratt & Whitney, Rolls Royce (Allison), and more, according to Hartzell officials. Tanis also produces preconditioning systems for oil cooler, gear boxes, fuel control units, mod motors, and hydraulic units.
Change in flight plan leads to fuel exhaustion
The pilot’s improper fuel planning and decision to not divert to a closer airport when the planned flight profile changed, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Picture of the Day: Enjoying a taildragger
Terry Hayes submitted this photo and note: “Jim McCloud out enjoying his Pacer after several years of restoration! Beautiful job Jim!”
The little airport that could
While somewhat a secret, Brewer Airport in Maine has been catering to general aviation pilots for more than 80 years.
West Virginia airports pump more than $1.6 billion into state’s economy.
West Virginia’s 24 airports support more than 10,700 jobs with a payroll of $550 million, according to a new economic impact study from the West Virginia Aeronautics Commission.