The MAHEPA Panthera, a Pipistrel aircraft powered by a hybrid-electric powertrain that’s in development, just completed a flight testing milestone, performing all-electric takeoffs.
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Trick or Treat at the Scairport
Almost 400 kids trick or treated at La Porte Municipal Airport in Indiana, with pilots winning prizes for decorating their airplanes.
Cessna 172, 182 and 206 approved for lower lead fuels
All three Cessna models are powered by engines manufactured by Lycoming Engines. Lycoming recently approved the use of unleaded and lower-leaded fuels after completion of a series of tests. The fuel is compatible for both new production and legacy Cessna piston aircraft, Textron Aviation officials noted.
Affordable aviation: How one man makes it work
By buying carefully, adding his own labors, and selling to someone glad to have a fully-finished experimental airplane, Wes has been able to keep his cost of acquisition surprisingly low. Based on figures we discussed, I’d guess Wes is in for about the value of a deluxe new SUV — and I’d call that achievement both inventive and economic.
Great vistas of green
There is an almost universally accepted belief that our world is over-developed. It’s excessively crowded. Steel and glass and concrete surround us everywhere we go. We’re hemmed in by our own construction projects. Cramped and confined to areas with heavy traffic, ceaseless noise, and crowds of strangers. Asphalt pathways lead us deeper into the chasm of our communities, yet make it nearly impossible for us to find our way out. Balderdash. Absolute rubbish. If perception is reality, then a realignment of our perceptions is in order.
Diamond all-electric trainer in development
First flights of the electric trainer, based on the already certified DA40, are expected in the second quarter of 2022.
Smart pitot cover for turbine aircraft unveiled
The “smart” pitot cover, designed specifically for turbine aircraft, protects the pitot tube while on the ground. Should it not be removed during preflight, its design ensures it safely ejects, within two to five minutes of pitot heat activation, immediately restoring flight-critical air data system function, according to company officials.
Only flying Kitty Hawk still has some of its nine lives left
The only flying Kitty Hawk intrigued visitors to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021. Bob Coolbaugh started restoring the plane in 2012, with first flight in 2020.
Recovered Wildcat a time capsule with an amazing story to tell
A rare Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat recovered from the depths of Lake Michigan is a time capsule from World War II that was on display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021.