The pilot’s decision to continue the approach to land in conditions where he was unable to see in front of the airplane due to sun glare, which resulted in a collision with a building.
Picture of the Day: Nice to be chauffeured
Ben Sclair submitted this photo and note: “Newly minted pilot, Brenna Sclair, chauffeurs Dad around in a 1946 Piper J-3 Cub. Dad still had to perform the takeoff and landing as Brenna has yet to earn a tailwheel endorsement. But still, it was nice to let Brenna handle the controls.”
Can I upgrade to a turbocharger?
Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News engines expert: I own a Piper Cherokee 6. Is it possible to upgrade this engine with a turbocharger?
Unleaded avgas now available at KRHV
G100UL high octane unleaded avgas is now available for sale at Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) near San Jose, California.
Oklahoma approves funding for airport construction projects, aviation education
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics has approved funding for several airport construction projects, as well as educational initiatives at schools across the state.
ASA prepares to ship pilot test prep
These new editions, which reflect the latest information to prepare for FAA Knowledge Exams, include a book, software, and updates for two years, in addition to a free two-year subscription to Prepware.com, according to ASA officials.
Standing order to top off fuel tanks backfires on pilot
The pilot’s improper preflight inspection of the airplane’s fuel system, resulting in him commencing the flight with an inadequate fuel supply.
Picture of the Day: A classic maneuver in a classic airplane
Jon Wilson submitted this photo and note: “Greg Koontz performs the classic hammerhead stall in his American Champion 8KCAB Decathlon at the 2024 Atlanta Airshow.”
San Francisco Fleet Week draws millions
Drawing up to 1 million people every year, Fleet Week is the largest annual spectator event in San Francisco and one of the largest Fleet Weeks in the nation.