A partial loss of engine power due to a stuck exhaust valve and the flight instructor’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack following the loss of power, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at low altitude.
Picture of the Day: Performance in two forms
Rick Hatton submitted this photo and note: “DC 10 modified to fight wildfires and company founder’s amateur-built Lancair Legacy.”
One step at a time
It is true, a 500-nm range isn’t far compared to existing turbo-prop powered aircraft. I forget, how far was Orville and Wilbur’s first flight? Oh yeah, 120 feet.
Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame reveals Class of 2021
The Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame has revealed its Class of 2021, which includes airline executives, air racers, flight instructors, and a World War II combat veteran, and a WASP.
uAvionix adds traffic display with new AV-Link
With AV-Link, pilots have the ability to wirelessly connect a supported ADS-B Receiver, such as ForeFlight Sentry or Sentry Mini, echoUAT, SkyEcho, skySensor, or any standard GDL90 Wi-Fi protocol portable ADS-B receiver with GPS to AV-30 and see live ADS-B traffic displayed in the panel.
Personal carbon monoxide detector for pilots debuts
Designed at the request of pilots, the new GEIGER CO provides a real time alarm when carbon monoxide levels are dangerously high in the cockpit. The auto calibrating unit includes an aural alarm and a visual LED scale.
Fuel pump failure fatal for two
The pilot’s loss of airplane control due to his failure to maintain appropriate control inputs and airspeed after shutting down an engine because of a progressive failure of the pressure relief valve in the fuel pump, which resulted in variable fuel pressure in the engine. Contributing to the loss of control was the pilot’s use of multiple impairing medications.
Picture of the Day: Sunset over Lake Tahoe
Kevin Quinn submitted this photo and note: “Sunset over Lake Tahoe with the Insta360 cam.”
An appreciation of the classics
“You’re going to meet some fascinating people at airports,” I told them. They nodded as one. I don’t think they have yet come to realize that they will be fascinating themselves.