The student pilot’s inadvertent movement of the fuel shutoff switch to the “off” position while attempting to take a picture of himself, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and a subsequent ditching in open water.
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Picture of the Day: Right at home
Scott Wexman submitted this photo and note: “An Aero looking right at home in front of the Spruce Goose restaurant at Jefferson County International Airport (0S9) in Port Townsend, Washington.”
A year-end update on proposed changes to LSA
What’s the latest on the FAA’s plan to update the Light-Sport Aircraft rules? Our LSA expert, Dan Johnson, breaks down what we know as of the end of 2021.
Video: Visit the oldest privately owned airport in Texas
The new video captures a visit to Mineola-Wisener Field in Texas, home to the Royal Flying Circus Aviation Museum.
250,000 and counting…
Reaching the milestone of 250,000 members marks a growth rate of 25% in the past five years, according officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association.
Fly for a Cure campaign wraps up
The annual campaign concluded with a $2,400 donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Bird hits prop, then pilot’s face
The airplane’s impact by a bird during the initial climb.
Picture of the Day: His first airplane ride
Bob Bement submitted this photo and note: “This little guy just loves airplanes. His dad says that he always wants to come out and see the airplanes. They live close to the airport and when he hears one start up he wants to come and see it. When I found out about the 3 year old with a passion for airplanes, I asked them to go for a ride in an airplane. I think he loved it, even if he had trouble seeing out, even sitting on a booster seat. I love to give first flights.”
Knocking off the rust
Recurrent training can help you knock off the rust after a period of not flying, such as the long winter months or when life gets in the way of getting out to the airport. But it can also help you tackle those maneuvers that make you uncomfortable, making you a better — and safer — pilot.