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.
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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.
FAA issues policy for flying without ADS-B after 2020
“If you plan to routinely fly in this airspace, you’d better plan to have ADS-B.”
113 women pilots to compete in Air Race Classic
The 51 teams will have four days to complete the course.
$1 million and counting…
WAI now can expand its 2020 scholarship program.
Mountain, Canyon, and Backcountry Flying published
Fundamental concepts include preparing for and conducting mountain and canyon flights, airport operations, situational awareness, aircraft performance, risk management, analysis of accident scenarios and emergency operations.
Cub and 172 collide on runway
Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to land on an occupied runway and his failure to see and avoid the other airplane.
Picture of the day: Airshow star Julie Clark
Jose Ramos submitted this photo, taken at SUN ‘n FUN 2019, of Julie Clark after her airshow performance. 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 […]