The nine apprentices started their two-year program in August.
Failure to remove engine cowl plugs results in crash
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to remove the engine cowl plugs during preflight, which resulted in excessive engine cylinder head temperatures during climb and a total loss of engine power.
Picture of the Day: A true warbird
Brittany Sena submitted the following photo and note: “A 1946 L-16 at the 2019 Dayton Airshow. This L-16 is a true warbird that is still fully functioning and was used as an Army Air Force plane before becoming used as a plane for the Civil Air Patrol.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture […]
A treasure awaits in the White Mountains
A $30,000 reward is offered to whoever helps find Ron Carlson’s TBM Avenger.
Video: Lessons from the Draco crash
Mike Patey says the crash will “haunt” him for a long time.
Limited edition watch commemorates AOPA 80th anniversary
Just 500 of the commemorative watches will be sold.
New book celebrates Wichita as the Air Capital
The story continues with the founding of Cessna, Beechcraft and Stearman
Bird strike bends 172
Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird while on downwind.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise at Clear Lake Splash-In
Terry Hayes submitted the following photo and note: “Foothill Aviation’s Super Cub at the Clear Lake Splash-In in Lakeport, California.” 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 […]