Designed at the request of pilots, the new GEIGER CO provides a real time alarm when carbon monoxide levels are dangerously high in the cockpit. The auto calibrating unit includes an aural alarm and a visual LED scale.
Fuel pump failure fatal for two
The pilot’s loss of airplane control due to his failure to maintain appropriate control inputs and airspeed after shutting down an engine because of a progressive failure of the pressure relief valve in the fuel pump, which resulted in variable fuel pressure in the engine. Contributing to the loss of control was the pilot’s use of multiple impairing medications.
Picture of the Day: Sunset over Lake Tahoe
Kevin Quinn submitted this photo and note: “Sunset over Lake Tahoe with the Insta360 cam.”
An appreciation of the classics
“You’re going to meet some fascinating people at airports,” I told them. They nodded as one. I don’t think they have yet come to realize that they will be fascinating themselves.
LiveAirShowTV’s SUN ‘n FUN broadcasts shatter records
People from more than 100 countries around the world tuned in to LiveAirShowTV to watch some of the action at the 2021 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo.
Founder of Zenair flies west
The prolific aircraft designer died peacefully at his home in Southern France.
Time’s up for aging analog clocks in aircraft
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics’ new CHRONOS Series clocks features eight modes of operation: Local Time, UTC/Zulu Time, Flight Timer, Countdown Timer, Stopwatch, Volts, Outside Air Temperature (OAT), and Secondary Air Temperature.
Improper braking breaks Luscombe
The pilot’s improper brake application during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of recent experience using heel brakes.
Picture of the Day: Reflections
Jim Stack submitted this photo and note: “Photo taken of Mt. St. Helens with Mt. Ranier in background and the reflection under the wing.”