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New aviation complex opens at KHND
The new facility comes with new hires, including CFIs, maintenance and avionics techs.
Fuel exhaustion leads to forced landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: Piper selfie
Mark Drees sent in this photo and a note: “I had taken my wife for a picnic dinner at Ranger Creek Airport (21W) in Greenwater, Washington. I mounted cameras to capture what I hoped would be some good footage. This was taken over the Crystal Mountain ski resort in Washington. Mt. Rainier is on the […]
Designing aircraft for the U.S. Army Air Service in 1922
In the 19 years since the Wrights first flew, the design of aircraft was being codified and quantified with precision.
8 books that should be in every pilot’s library
What books do you think are a must for every pilot?
B-29 Doc Hangar and Visitors Center reopens
B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides are scheduled to resume June 20 in Wichita.
Wireless monitoring of Aero Oxygen systems introduced
The iOS app displays key parameters so the pilot has instant knowledge of the status of their oxygen system. A built-in pressure altimeter reminds pilots when oxygen is required by FAA regulation.
Crash claims two after Ercoupe’s engine loses power
Probable cause: A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.