The pilot’s failure to properly lean the fuel mixture in flight, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, a subsequent total loss of engine power, and a forced landing with the landing gear retracted.
Picture of the Day: Vette and RV-8
Blain Stumpf submitted this photo and note: “Life is good.”
The young ones
From Young Eagle to CFI in less than five years.
How to avoid CFIT accidents
Recommendations from a new report include increased use of Enhanced Vision Systems and Synthetic Vision Systems, mitigating the pressure to complete a mission, changing how we teach VFR into IMC, and continuing to revamp the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program.
Collaboration adds aircraft interior design to Carpenter Avionics’ offerings
“As we approach our 40th anniversary, we decided this was the great time to make a major step into our future by expanding our mission and introducing an array of interior upgrade services to complement our portfolio of avionics services,” said Mark Lee, CEO at Carpenter Avionics. “Customers have told us they want a one-stop solution for their aircraft avionics and interior needs, and they seek exceptional quality in both areas. We’ve wanted to address this need in a unique and compelling way. Now, we can.”
Appareo unveils new flight data recorder
In addition to recording 4K Ultra HD video, Appareo’s new AIRS-400 captures pilot intercom system audio, ambient audio, and detailed flight data, according to company officials.
Fuel exhaustion leads to T28 crash
The pilot’s improper fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: Proud Pop Pop
Tom Connors submitted this photo and note: “Grandson Isaiah soloing in a Cessna in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. A proud day for both of us.”
The perfect airplane, Part 2
I am once again thinking of an airplane that might grace my hangar. But which one? There are so many to choose from. Classics, biplanes, taildraggers, zippy quick composite machines, and the stalwart aluminum monocoque models of the mid-20th Century all take up space in my imagination from time to time. But the perfect airplane has to have the right price and fit the mission for this stage of my life.