The audiobook was inspired by the author’s grandfather’s flying circus.
Go-around goes awry
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare and his subsequent failure to see and avoid a tree during a go-around.
Picture of the Day: A surprisingly good skiplane
Harry Fenton submitted the following photo and note: “Harry Fenton’s 1968 Cessna 150H with a rare set of Fluidyne nose and main skis mounted. The 150 is a decent skiplane if the temperature and snow conditions are right. Ambient temperatures from 0°F to 20°F are best, with 4″-6″ of firm snow. If the snow is […]
Stretch time for the Liberator
An even more ambitious metamorphosis saw a standard B-24D repeatedly modified by Consolidated.
Video: Can you have too much power?
The video features several homebuilt aircraft with very different engines.
Holiday spirit takes flight at KFTW
The FBO’s annual toy drive collected 50 bikes and more than 200 toys for Toys for Tots.
Garmin’s ADS-B diversity transponders get FAA nod
The ADS-B transponders also received EASA and Transport Canada approval.
Open canopy begins chain of events that leads to crash
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to securely lock the canopy before takeoff.
Picture of the Day: Baby it’s cold outside
Colton Kinney submitted the following photo and note: “Pre-flight warm up.Burt Ackerman and his 1946 Super Cruiser at Winsted Airport in Minnesota.” 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 […]