“The tool represents a giant step forward in providing consistency and standardization of regulatory interpretation by expediting research of aviation regulations and related documents. In the past, complex research projects could sometimes take days. DRS has consolidated all of this information so projects can be completed in minutes.”
Free admission to Oshkosh 2021 for kids 18 and under
“As we continue to plan for a full AirVenture fly-in in 2021, inspiring young people and giving them a first look at what’s possible in aviation is part of our mission, but it’s only achievable if they can get in the gate.”
Go around goes awry
The pilot’s failure to maintain yaw control and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an aborted landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: Quiet afternoon on the Highveld
Conrad Stark submitted this photo and note: “This photo of my clean, recently acquired Flamingo/VL3 was taken at Springs Airfield (FASI) following a flight to the general flying area east of Johannesburg in South Africa.”
Questions from the Cockpit: Break glass in case of emergency
Is there any truth to the story that if your static port gets blocked you can break the glass on the vertical speed indicator to restore the system?
Getting the lead out of avgas will require a concerted effort among pilots, FAA, fuel providers, and more
It’s going to take a concerted effort from everyone — from the FAA to general aviation pilots — to reduce lead emissions from avgas-burning airplanes.
Washington IDs six airports with potential for expansion
Six airports were identified as having the potential for expansion, while work continues to locate a site for a new airport for the state.
Sporty’s Flight Gear gets a makeover
The six flight gear bags boast features suggested by pilots.
Distracted pilot crashes
The pilot’s distraction and subsequent loss of situational awareness and visual horizon in overcast sky conditions, which led to an unrecognized descent during a low-level maneuver and subsequent impact with snow-covered terrain.