For some reason, when I got to 4,500 feet, I leveled off thinking it was an appropriate altitude. I remained on this heading for about five to 10 minutes when my ForeFlight-equipped iPad alerted me that it was overheating.
Aviation News
Picture of the Day: Patiently waiting
William Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “A Beechcraft Bonanza awaiting customer pickup at Elliott Field (09GE) in Dawsonville, Georgia.”
What’s the harm in turning the prop by hand?
Why does our engines expert advise aircraft owners not to turn the prop by hand?
Pennsylvania university launches aviation program
Gannon University has launched a new Aviation & Business Management degree program in partnership with Fundamentals Flight Training at the Erie International Airport (KERI) in Pennsylvania.
Cactus Fly-In celebrates 66th year
The March 2, 2024 show will be held at Casa Grande Municipal Airport (KCGZ) in Arizona.
Lincoln Electric introduces Sprinter 180Si
The new stick welder also delivers 200 amps for TIG welding.
Passenger intervenes when pilot freezes
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Picture of the Day: Fishing and flying with grandpa
Trace Ralston submitted this photo and note: “My grandpa and I went fishing in the backcountry of Idaho. In this particular photo we are at Indian Creek.”
The battle continues: Education vs degree programs
Education is the key to success. There’s no doubt about it. But, does that mean a college degree is an essential component of that success? Does the lack of a B.A., or a B.S., or an MBA behind our name mean we’ll live in a state of lesser potential forevermore? Poppycock, I say.