The student pilot’s failure to maintain yaw control during takeoff, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and subsequent landing on grassy terrain, during which the airplane bounced and then nosed over.
Picture of the Day: A little help
Robert Katz submitted this photo and note: “The best way to start the love for aviation. Sara, 4, and Joseph David, 2, help grandpa Robert Katz clean and wash his 1966 Piper Cherokee 180 in Panama City, Republic of Panama.”
Misinformation, miscommunication, and just plain wrong
What do you believe? And when you answer that question, consider how sure are you the answer you give is based on a truth rather than an opinion.
Centennial Airport invites pilots to hang out at the new hangar — once pandemic is over
“It’s meant to be a gathering place for the aviation community, from the aviation community — a place to have a cup of coffee and do a little ‘hangar flying.’”
International partnership at work on electric Caravan STC
The STC is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2023 for Australian certification.
Sustainable aviation fuel now available at KBFI
The FBO is the first in the state of Washington to offer the alternative fuel, according to company officials.
Crosswind landing crumples Cirrus
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing with a gusting crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and the left wing impacting grass.
Picture of the Day: Picking up my son from work
Steve Sundstrom submitted this photo and note.: “My boy flew this MD11 into Shreveport, Louisiana, for work. I got to pick him up in my Van’s RV7.”
An open invitation to 5FL8
Even though the airfield is private, Bobby and Kim Capozzi have opened it up, encouraging pilots to fly in, camp, and enjoy the many activities in the area.