Scenarios on the sim are based on actual events.
Helicopter hits trees while pilot busy spotting deer
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering at a low altitude.
Picture of the Day: Incredible escape
Andrew Henry submitted this photo and note: “While in isolation for weeks now, flying my MTO Sport gyroplane has been an incredible escape. This photo is a frame grab from video after a three-hour cross-country flight landing back at my home airport, Carp Airport (CYRP) in Ottawa, Canada. The setting of the sun and touchdown […]
Kentucky pilot wins B-25 type rating
The winner submitted his entry the day before the drawing.
GA advocates fight for extensions and exemptions during pandemic
“The benefit general aviation provides to the public, especially in times of national crisis, is enormous.”
Latest FlyQ EFB release packed with new weather features
FlyQ EFB 4.5’s new “4D Predictive Weather” allows pilots to analyze both current and future weather at any location.
Sporty’s slates free webinar: How to use flight sims to stay current
The webinar will cover how to effectively use flight sims at home, as well as what mistakes to avoid.
Plane crashes after pilot’s shoe gets stuck
Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control and long landing in gusting wind conditions due to his shoe getting stuck on the brakes.
Picture of the Day: New airport identifiers
Kayla Varcoe submitted this photo and note: “Getting creative in these stay at home times!” 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 Picture of the Day are also considered for our new Page 4 photo feature in […]