The two days are packed with seminars, factory tours, a banquet and more.
Aviation News
Hartzell brings back Sky-Tec starter
Designed specifically for 12-volt systems, the 149/122NL features the Kickback Protection System.
Failure to secure fuel cap fatal for two
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper decision to return to the runway instead of landing straight ahead when the engine lost power and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering for an emergency landing, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to properly secure the left main fuel tank cap after refueling, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during the takeoff climb.
Warbird Roundup highlights Warhawk Air Museum’s year
The annual gathering of warbirds attracted a crowd of about 4,000.
Aviation Safety Resources opens new facility in Kentucky
The new facility will manufacture emergency recovery systems for light-sport and experimental aircraft, as well as drones.
Kids can earn free airshow tickets
Kids just need to read an aviation-related book and have their teachers fill out a form.
Sporty’s introduces PJ2 Handheld COM Radio
The handheld radio be connected to standard aviation headset plugs without a special adapter.
Pietenpol crashes after weld fails
Probable cause: The failure of the weld that connects the left main landing gear and the axle during the takeoff roll.
Picture of the Day: Powered paragliding at sunset
Douglas Sillart submitted the following photo and note: “Evening flight on the last night of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019.” 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 new Page […]