Probable Cause: A total loss of engine power due to a fatigue fracture of the crankshaft.
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Contaminated Fuel Injector Assembly Results in Forced Landing
Probable Cause: A partial loss of engine power due to a combination of fuel/oil contamination in the fuel injector assembly.
Pilot Loses Control When Worn Aileron Cable Snaps During Landing
Probable Cause: Maintenance personnel’s failure to detect the worn aileron cable during the most recent inspections, which resulted in the separation of the aileron control cable and a subsequent loss of airplane control during landing.
From Sewing Machines to Sky Ships: The Lycoming-Zeppelin Connection
Our engines expert tells the tale of how a rumor led to Lycoming powering the famous Goodyear Airships.
Finding a Higher Calling: Saving Animals with Pilots To The Rescue
Founded in 2015 by Michael Schneider, Pilots To The Rescue has saved more than 6,000 animals and allowed its founder to find his purpose in life.
Oklahoma High School Aviation Championship Launches
The championship, which was held Feb. 20-21, 2026, at the Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus, brought together 12 finalist teams from across the state. Students participated in flight simulation rounds, showcasing their technical skills and aviation knowledge during the competition.
Alton Bay Ice Runway Has Record-Breaking Season
The ice runway, which opened for the season Jan. 31, recorded its 765th landing on Feb. 16.
Bluetail Unveils Addition to AI-Powered Maintenance Logbooks
Bluetail, a provider of digital aircraft records management software, has introduced the latest addition to its cloud-based, AI-powered, software platform. Once a document is scanned in, AI automatically identifies, organizes, and places items in chronological order within the logbook.
Hartzell Propeller Opens New Innovation Center
The center will be home to all Hartzell carbon fiber propeller production, as well as research and development for Advanced Air Mobility and other emerging markets.