Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while flying at a low altitude, which resulted in the airplane exceeding the critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall.
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Picture of the Day: A nice contrast
Marco De Luigi submitted the following photo and note: “Piper 28 Warrior II I-BJOE is taxiing at Torino Aeritalia (LIMA), in the northwest of Italy. The mountains of Valle di Susa, white after the heavy snows of the day before, create an amazing background and a nice contrast with the green grass of the airfield.” […]
That’s all, Brother: A veteran for the ages
Any C-47 flying today deserves the respect reserved for such a long-lived classic. “That’s All, Brother” rises far above that level with a story of heroism that turned the course of history.
Video: Flying formation over the Florida Keys
A pilot documents a great day of flying.
CubCrafters Carbon Cub EX-3 kit gets FAA OK
The EX-3 satisifes the 51% Rule, FAA officials declare.
Applications now open for airport association scholarships
Two $2,000 scholarships will be awarded.
Pilot crashes during slow flight competition
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: Rise above the storm
Weston Brown submitted the following photo and note: “Thunderstorms at Falcon Field Airport (KFFZ) in Mesa, Arizona, are beautiful miracles.” 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 […]
When Nancy flew the Atlantic first
The Atlantic had been crossed by air, and the U.S. Navy had accomplished the feat.