The new facility at Arizona’s Mesa Gateway Airport will be used for aircraft certification and flight testing.
Aircraft
Student’s Improper Fuel Management Results in Fuel Starvation
Probable Cause: The student pilot’s improper fuel management during the cross-country flight, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Picture of the Day: Lady Liberty Just Chilling
Bev Weintraub submitted this photo and note: “I was lucky enough to snap this picture with my phone during a flight over the Hudson River on a cold, cold January day.”
Wings Over Houston Delivers Record-Breaking Thrills
Despite a government shutdown grounding military performers, Wings Over Houston organizers pivoted to deliver a Texas first — a flight demonstration by a United Airlines Boeing 777-200, plus the appearance of the world’s only two airworthy B-29s flying together.
The Sky is Getting Crowded — And It’s Only Going to Get Worse
The GAO warns the FAA must set clear milestones for drones to detect and avoid manned aircraft as the number of drones sharing the National Airspace System is expected to near 4 million by 2029.
Aircraft Spruce Helps Make Dreams Come True
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co. has partnered with Dream Flights, a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring military veterans and seniors with a flight in a Stearman.
Mini Glass Backup Instrument Debuts
Radiant Technology has introduced SafeTurn Plus, a portable, battery-backed backup instrument built for general aviation and experimental aircraft pilots that adds Altitude, VSI, and AGL to a turn coordinator.
Pilot Erroneously Extends Landing Gear
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to properly configure the landing gear on his amphibious airplane before landing on water.
Picture of the Day: First Flight
Jason Parr submitted this photo and note: “My 10-month-old daughter loves flying, making her Dad one very happy PIC!”