The pilot of Aircraft Y did nothing to deconflict from a very near collision. Instead, he aggravated this dangerous situation with both erroneous CTAF calls and his incorrect entry into the airport environment.
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Pictures of the Day: First family flight
Brandon Carney submitted this photo and note: “I am flying left seat in our 1967 Cherokee 235, with my wife Kim in the right seat, our daughter Audrey behind me, and our youngest daughter Ashlynn behind Kim. This was my first flight with my family after earning my private pilot certificate. This day was extra special: Not only was this our first flight as a family after almost two years of working toward my private pilot certificate, but we were able to taxi next to Air Force One.”
Always be learning
While Pdh makes sense now that I’ve seen Cdh, I don’t see a need for EFATO. In the age of GPS generated altitude GAGL is useful, if a bit of a stretch.
Arizona pilot wins Cessna 170
The Southwest Airlines check airman had no idea he was being asked to attend the Buckeye Air Fair so he could win his new airplane.
Painting honoring Paul Tibbets donated to Ohio Air & Space Hall of Fame
The Ohio Air & Space Hall of Fame and Learning Center (OAS) recently accepted the gift of an original work of art honoring the late U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Paul W. Tibbets, Jr., who piloted the Aug. 6, 1945, mission that led to the end of World War II.
Companies collaborate to recycle aircraft batteries
Discarded batteries will be used in a “battery wall” product line that will create an off-grid charging solution.
Student pilot accidentally pulls mixture control
The student pilot accidentally pulling the mixture control in the landing pattern which resulted in a loss of engine power and forced landing.
Picture of the Day: Touring Texas by Taylorcraft
Terry Bowden submitted this photo and note: “I snapped this photo while visiting a nearby airstrip. The photo shows my friend Paul Milton’s hangar in the background. I love his Texas flag door. This is our 1946 Taylorcraft BC12-D, which is modified with a Continental C90-12F engine.”
What does the future hold for general aviation?
While 2023 was a “banner year” for general aviation, how will the industry handle the many challenges it faces in 2024?