Ron Lane submitted the following photo and note: “Morning fog at Martin State Airport (KMTN) in Maryland.” 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 4 photo […]
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GA advocates raise objections to proposed drug study among pilots
The advocacy groups note the proposed study is “fundamentally flawed and will not accomplish its stated goals.”
Tecnam unveils three new models
The new models are the P2002JF MkII IFR, the P92 Echo MkII, and the Sierra MkII EU 600kg.
Call for entries for Aerospace Teacher of the Year award
Deadline for submissions is June 10, 2019.
Raisbeck expands dealer network in Texas
AIS recently completed modifications of 10 new King Air 250’s equipped with Raisbeck Engineering systems.
First flight after restoration fatal for pilot
Probable cause: The incorrect rigging of the elevator control cables, which resulted in a reversal of elevator control inputs applied by the pilot during the takeoff, an excessive nose-high pitch, and subsequent aerodynamic stall after takeoff. Also causal was the inadequate postmaintenance inspection and the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and before takeoff check, which failed to detect the misrigging.
Picture of the Day: Two beautiful birds
Dave Cohen submitted the following photo and note: “From SUN ‘n FUN 2019, a juxtaposition between the latest technology and legacy technology. The venerable KC-135 Stratotanker in the background, with the new F-35 Lighting II.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. […]
New LSA: East meets West
Diversity is a hallmark of the Light-Sport Aircraft sector. What a great time to be a pilot.