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.
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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 […]
Tips for traveling with pets
Preparation is the key to fun flying with your pet.
Make your holiday flying safer
Learn to help identify traps that sometimes trick safe pilots into making bad decisions.
Add Bluetooth to any headset with the FARO Stealth Audio Link
The audio link adds Bluetooth to any aviation headset, even if it’s a basic model from 20 years ago.
The Flying Flamingo Sisters audiobook released
The audiobook was inspired by the author’s grandfather’s flying circus.
Go-around goes awry
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare and his subsequent failure to see and avoid a tree during a go-around.
Picture of the Day: A surprisingly good skiplane
Harry Fenton submitted the following photo and note: “Harry Fenton’s 1968 Cessna 150H with a rare set of Fluidyne nose and main skis mounted. The 150 is a decent skiplane if the temperature and snow conditions are right. Ambient temperatures from 0°F to 20°F are best, with 4″-6″ of firm snow. If the snow is […]
Stretch time for the Liberator
An even more ambitious metamorphosis saw a standard B-24D repeatedly modified by Consolidated.