Probable cause: The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion.
Picture of the Day: I’m gonna learn how to fly Daddy
Rick Adams submitted this photo and note: “It was a beautiful spring day at Swanson Field in Eatonville, Washington. My son Daniel Adams, grandson Ian, and Mom Rita (the photographer) are building a new home on the airport. If Grandpa has anything to do with it, Ian will be soloing on his 16th birthday…a very […]
Going solo in a very small world
In this odd time of social distancing, it’s a good time to reconnect with long forgotten aircraft, pilots, classmates, and friends.
One of a kind Cessna 180 to be raffled off by Alaska Airmen’s Association
The 1955 Cessna 180 is being outfitted with modifications designed to improve lift and thrust, while retaining full FAA certification.
Passive job hunting amid a pandemic
To deal with the uncertainty created by the coronavirus, JSfirm.com has created a new feature that allows job seekers to leave their resume for a company that may not be hiring now, but will be soon.
Resort Aviation Jet Center to expand at KCOE
The hangar is expected to be open in late 2021.
Skiplane crashes during crosswind landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain the runway heading during the approach in gusting crosswind conditions.
Picture of the Day: Self-isolating
Minh Hieu Vo submitted this photo and note: “A made-in-Vietnam Chinook near a lake during the COVID-19 pandemic.” 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 […]
Frequency change approved
In the media business, we call Jeffrey’s column “evergreen” content. It is as valuable today as it was when he started in 2014 and will remain so far into the future.