The FAA Part 141 approved flight training program is designed to teach pilots the basics of test pilot academics and how to design and conduct flight tests.
New textbook introduces aircraft structures, systems and more
The book introduces aircraft to students in any aviation-related track of study, whether they are future mechanics/technicians, pilots, or aviation managers, according to Avotek officials.
Gear-up landing caused by damaged hose
The failure of the nose landing gear actuator hydraulic hose, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and hydraulic system pressure and a subsequent gear-up landing.
Pictures of the Day: Grandson’s first airplane ride
Mike York submitted this photo and note: “My 3-year-old grandson getting strapped in for his first ride in an airplane, a 1946 Champ 7AC. He hung onto the two tubes while we flew around the patch. When we landed, taxied, and shut down he asked ‘Grandpa, can we do it again?’ Future aviator!”
Have wings, will travel
Logic suggests there’s a really great airport restaurant out there or a hangar filled with treasures an aviation nut like me would enjoy seeing. Perhaps there is town along my route that boasts of having the World’s Largest Ball of Yarn or the best BBQ on the planet. I honestly don’t know — but you might. That’s where the magic happens, when locals share the pride of their little corner of the world with travelers passing through.
Tecnam P2012 repurposed to deliver vaccines
Equipped with a freezer, the Tecnam P2012 TRAVELCARE can transport up to 115,000 vaccines to areas with less than 1,850 feet of runway.
Electric engine developer wins technology award
The award tops an impressive 2020 for the company, including first flights of its electric Caravan.
Sensenich prop STC’d for Super Cub
This STC allows installation of the prop on PA-18 150 aircraft with Lycoming O-360 series engines, with future STCs planned for Lycoming O-320 powered Super Cubs and other popular training aircraft.
First solo flight ends in snowbank
The student pilot’s overcorrection with rudder during the landing and her subsequent failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a runway excursion, impact with a snowbank, and a nose-over.