Probable cause: The engine’s excessive cylinder head temperatures and the subsequent seizing of the engine, which resulted from an engine control unit that caused the engine’s fuel-air mixture to be too lean.
Picture of the Day: Formation flight
Chris Gardiner submitted the following photo and note: “Living the dream of flight with my wingman, Owen, in our KR2S aircraft.” 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 […]
Welcome to the cusp of yet another new age
When that day comes, the only question that still bugs me is what will the neighbors complain about then?
Helicopter pilots sets Guinness World Record
“By achieving this record, I want to inspire others to follow their dreams, whatever those dreams may be.”
Free Guide to Flying Drones in Chicago released
The guide provides an overview of the key restrictions in Illinois and specifically Chicago outlined on the Chicago Office of the City Clerk website. And much more.
Applications now being accepted for Hayward Air Rally scholarships
Deadline to apply is Feb. 1, 2020.
Hard landing bends 172
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Picture of the Day: In Utah’s backcountry
Allen Macbean submitted the following photo and note: “Late afternoon sun lights up the red rock canyons behind our 1952 Cessna 170B at a remote airstrip in the Utah backcountry in November 2019.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos […]
Helicopter pilot saves the day for Florida Young Eagles
Just when it looked like the event would be canceled, Hans-Gunter Vosseler saved the day with his turbine-powered Eurocopter.