Probable cause: Maintenance personnel’s incorrect installation of the No. 3 cylinder’s hydraulic valve tappet plunger, which resulted in a failure of the No. 3 cylinder’s intake valve and the subsequent partial loss of engine power.
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Picture of the Day: First time up
Danny Rhodes submitted the following photo and note: “Took my great-grandson, Kayden, up for his first flight in the 172 out of Lancaster Regional Airport (KLNC) in Texas. He’s now a fanatic and can’t wait to go again!” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it […]
What kind of fix do I need to get this engine to TBO?
A few questions from our engine expert can help this aircraft owner with his dilemma.
NBAA, NASAO support legislation to fund FAA during future government shutdown
The United States is home to the world’s largest, busiest, and most complex airspace system. Civil aviation alone has a $1.5 trillion impact on the economy, creating more than 11 million jobs, according to industry groups.
Video: Helping cancer survivors take flight
A new video tells the story of a flight camp for cancer survivors in Montana.
NAA announces 2018 Collier Trophy finalists
For 107 years, the Collier Trophy has been the benchmark of aerospace achievement. Awarded annually “… for the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America,” it has been bestowed upon some of the most important projects, programs, individuals, and accomplishments in history.
Six people earn NBAA Leadership Conference Scholarships
The Leadership Conference Scholarship, now in its 15th year, is sponsored in 2019 by donations from industry and BAMC members. Representatives from each of these companies will be on hand at the conference to recognize this year’s recipients.
Currency flight goes awry
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain an appropriate glidepath to the runway and to use the vertical guidance system.
Picture of the Day: Enjoying the day
Alex Galbraith submitted the following photo and note: “Here I am taking a friend for a ride in a C172 one beautiful morning. We were just sightseeing near Austin, Texas, with no particular place to go. To me, this is the best type of flying!” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture […]