The new prop enhances climb and cruise performance by approximately 5% to 10%.
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Pilot hits another plane while taxiing
Probable cause: The other pilot’s failure to see and avoid another airplane parked on the taxiway while taxiing in sun glare conditions.
Picture of the Day: Low and slow in a Piper Cub
Jan Randle submitted the following photo and note: “A 1941 Piper J-3 Cub flying over Lake Norman in western North Carolina.” 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 […]
Passing it on
You’re going flying anyway and there’s an empty seat just to your right. Why not fill it with someone who will come to admire you as we admire those who brought us along?
Changes coming for FAA pilot testing
The FAA has slated webinars to explain the changes.
Video: Skywriting with Joe Kittinger
The record-setting pilot says he loves skywriting.
Three to be inducted into Women in Aviation Hall of Fame
Inductees include military aviators and an air show legend.
172’s wing hits tree on landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering for landing and his decision to land on a surface with obstructions.
Picture of the Day: Freedom Rush
Ruth Charlesworth submitted the following photo and note: “The Cloud Dancers Aerobatic Team’s Freedom Rush was the first BD5J to fly in China.” 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 […]