Probable cause: The pilot’s inadvertent contact with the engine control unit toggle switch during flight, which resulted in the engine shutting down.
Picture of the Day: Done for the day
Steve Colby submitted the following photo and note: “My friend Peyton and I had completed a late afternoon flight in Lansing, Michigan. As we were walking away from the Archer before the line crew stowed it for the evening, she turned back for one last look and snapped this photo as the sun was setting.” […]
Advancing in reverse
Our aeronautical future shows every indication of being just flat out amazing.
Extra NG wins EASA certification, US deliveries set to begin late November
With EASA certification in hand, the company will import the plane first under the Experimental category while it also seeks FAA certification.
More than just a good time, airshow contributes to non-profit organizations
The airshow is put on by members of the community who support other members of the community.
AMA Expo West kicks off National Drone Safety Awareness Week
The Expo will feature indoor and outdoor model aircraft flying, a night airshow, rocket launches, drone racing, and more.
Pilot crashes after putting landing gear up too soon
Probable cause: The pilot’s incorrect pitch control and premature landing gear retraction during the initial climb.
Picture of the Day: I’ll never stop flying
Mike Guidry submitted the following photo and note: “Headed into the sunset in my Cardinal RG. Maybe there will come a day when I will have to let someone else take the controls, but if I have it my way, my last landing will be the day before my final landing.” Would you like to […]
Will this engine work on the Velocity I’m building?
There is no doubt the 200 hp will make your airplane a rocket ship.