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Failure to see transmission wires seriously injures pilot
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to see and avoid transmission wires.
Picture of the Day: Where the destination is as great as the journey
Sue Haun submitted the following photo and note: “When adventure calls, takeoff to Alpine Airport (46U) and the smiles will start rolling in.” 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 […]
Pursuing what works to advance safety in general aviation
The current aviation certification system has worked extremely well for general aviation. Congress should apply its lesson to other areas of aviation.
Drones debut as CAP Search and Rescue tool
Last spring, the South Dakota Legislature approved a one-time drones to use in search-and-rescue efforts.
America’s Amazing Airports
A gold mine of interesting airport history is found in the new book.
Sporty’s updates Learn to Fly Course, adding checkride tools and FAA document library
The course includes free lifetime updates.
Fuel exhaustion leads to forced landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Picture of the Day: Morning flight
Jake Werner submitted the following photo and note: “Breaking out my Cessna 172 straight tail for a morning flight.” 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 […]