Probable cause: Improper maintenance of the fuel pressure regulator, which resulted in an excessive fuel and airbox pressure differential and subsequent loss of engine power.
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Picture of the Day: The early bird
Eduardo Gallegos submitted the following photo and note: “At El Paso International Airport (KELP) early morning Sept. 10, 2018.” 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 […]
From SUN ‘n FUN to Triple Tree
As Triple Tree Aerodrome continues to grow, a new executive director is appointed.
Video: Parade of Planes
A new video on YouTube chronicles the Parade of Planes in New Carlisle, Ohio.
Cirrus CEO Dale Klapmeier to step down in 2019
Cirrus Aircraft CEO and co-founder Dale Klapmeier will step down in early 2019.
FAA seeks help in determining standards for reporting drone sightings
The FAA wants your input into what should be included in drone sightings.
Don’t park your plane this winter
An FAA WINGs webinar will help you become a safer pilot this winter.
Pilot gives conflicting statements to FAA, Sheriff
Probable cause: The noncertificated pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Picture of the Day: Mom and dad had a blast
Kyle Orangio submitted the following photo and note: “Even though weather went from beautiful to not and cut the flight shorter than expected (classic Florida), my parents (Mark and Annette) were my first passengers. You can tell based upon my mom’s expression, they had a blast!” “The flight was in a C172SP,” he continued. “We […]