Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing in gusting tailwind conditions.
Picture of the Day: Back to its nest
David Montgomery submitted the following photo and note: “After a late afternoon return from Bessie’s diner at Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport (KJVL), the Cardinal returns to Aurora Municipal Airport (KARR) in Illinois, to its nest. Photo by Mike Baer, my hangar neighbor.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? […]
Is it time for a National Aviation Commission?
“Airport gridlock and congestion will worsen in the U.S. unless four new international airports are built to accommodate future demand.”
STEM Flights lands at KOKV
STEM Flights provides free education and flight experiences to young adults.
LA County Air Show puts out call for volunteers
Organizers say they only have 50% of the volunteers needed for the March 21-22 air show.
Piper dealership expands to northeast
Skytech has been a Piper dealer for 40 years in the mid-Atlantic region.
Takeoff in snow bends Cessna 185
Probable cause: The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Picture of the Day: When I grow up
David St. George submitted the following photo and note: “An amazing Helio on floats dwarfs my Champ!” 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 […]
Questions from the Cockpit: Fill ‘er up
While self-serve gas stations for cars have been around since 1964, the first self-serve fuel for aviation wasn’t until 1987.