Probable cause: The pilot’s improper pitch and power control during landing in a straight float-equipped airplane on grass in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
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Picture of the Day: Nothing better
Ray Johnson submitted the following photo and note: “Nothing better than attending a fall fly-in in my 1947 Aeronca Chief while chili is being cooked over an open fire. Friends, airplanes, grass strip, and chili!” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All […]
Celebrating Aeroplanes, Trains and Automobiles
Airplanes, trains and automobiles were all celebrated at a family-friendly event at Spanish Fork Airport in Utah.
Pilots and medications
As part of its “Fly Safe: Prevent Loss of Control Accidents” initiative, the FAA routinely issues “best practices” for pilots. The latest is all about pilots and medication, both prescribed and over the counter. It begins: “Medicine, whether it’s prescribed or bought over-the-counter, is designed to solve a problem. However, used incorrectly, medicine may create […]
Solar energy projects take flight at VNY
Seven solar energy projects are in the works at Van Nuys Airport, the busiest GA airport in the world.
McFarlane takes over Aero-Cable door cables and vacuum pump cooling kits
McFarlane now manufactures door cables and vacuum pump cooling kits.
Grunt Style Air Show Majors adds to lineup
Two more airshows have been added to the Grunt Style Air Show Majors tour.
Aviat pilot dies in crash
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during the landing approach, which resulted in exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: They finally flew with me!
Jeremy Ewing submitted the following photo and note: “Kayla and Riplee Ewing finally got to fly with me — husband and dad — in a Cessna 172. It was a great anniversary present my wife gave me, plus she did amazing job on pictures and even a video on the sightseeing flight over towns and […]