Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Pictures of the day: Airplanes, pilots, and dogs
Albert Dyer sent in these photos with a note: “Dogs have always played a role in flying. What pilot hasn’t taken their dog with them flying or looked forward to being with their dog again after a flight? Several times a year American Aero Services at New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport(KEVB) in Florida opens its […]
Reflections on a career-making ticket
In the pantheon of happy accidents that have occurred over the course of my life, becoming a certificated flight instructor is easily in the Top Five.
Civil Air Patrol responds to Puerto Rico earthquakes
CAP teams are using drones to gather photos as airplanes are grounded due to weather conditions.
FAA approves university’s maintenance technician program
The first students will begin the AMT program in spring 2020.
Protect your plane and tools with your fingerprint
The smart lock is waterproof and works in extreme temperatures.
Go around goes awry
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the approach and his delayed decision to go around.
Picture of the Day: War Bug
Lawson Laslo submitted the following photo and note: “My recently restored Ercoupe, ‘War Bug,’ at a pancake breakfast.” 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 […]
75 years since his first solo and still flying
Dave Stevenson soloed 75 years ago, and is still flying.