Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a turn away from terrain, which resulted in an accelerated stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to delay the turn to avoid terrain.
Picture of the Day: First in at Big Goat Lake
Jeff DeFreest submitted this photo and note: “The ice was reportedly off of Big Goat Lake, high in the Misty Fiords Wilderness in Alaska — well, off the half of Big Goat nearest the old US Forest Service Cabin anyway. I flew the 1952 Cessna 170B on PK-2300s about two hours south from Juneau for […]
The Swedish Speed Monster
Blackwing “completely pulverized” the speed record, according to company officials.
Video: Blue Angels fly with Thunderbirds to thank COVID-19 healthcare workers
The video includes shots from the cockpit, shots from the ground of the teams flying over the iconic cities, as well as the reactions of healthcare workers.
CAP cell phone team finds 1,000th missing person
Cell phone data is often the first tool used in a search for a missing person since most people carry their phone at all times.
EAA AirVenture 2020 cancelled
“There is no way to describe the disappointment I feel for everyone who sees AirVenture as aviation’s family reunion each year,” he continued. “You can be assured that EAA is already eagerly looking forward to gathering along the AirVenture flightline on July 26 through Aug. 1 in 2021.”
Homebuilt helicopter hits tree
Probable cause: The noncertificated pilot’s decision to practice hovering the helicopter in a confined space, which resulted in the tail rotor striking a tree.
Picture of the Day: Solo times two
Dan O’Brien submitted this photo and note: “The first two airplanes I soloed while a student pilot. Photo was taken at Mattituck, New York, some time in the early 1960s.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for […]
You have a backup, right?
To be a backup, general aviation’s needs are not overwhelming. But our impact might just be the difference between life and death. Literally.