Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain a stabilized approach, which resulted in overcorrection with the rudder during the landing, loss of control, and a runway excursion.
Picture of the Day: On its way to a new home
Megan Vande Voort sent in this photo, explaining: “Shane Vande Voort and son Meyer do a low pass in a Meyer’s OTW as it takes one of its last flights at Pella Municipal Airport (KPEA) in Iowa before it heads to its new home in Louisiana.” Would you like to have your photo featured as […]
Onward…Together
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Flight training deemed essential during quarantine
Flight training providers are considered essential, while DPEs are given the go-ahead to administer tests.
ASA debuts Drone Logbook
The logbook allows hobbyists and drone pilots to record their flight time and experience.
Gear collapses during crosswind landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in a gusting crosswind conditions, which exceeded the airplane’s maximum demonstrated crosswind and resulted in the collapse of the left main landing gear.
Picture of the Day: First flight
Ryan Peck submitted this photo and note: “First floatplane ride with his Mom and Dad.” 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 […]
Boeing 247 set the tone for airliners
The groundbreaking Boeing 247 had a positive impact on the future of Boeing.