The 78-inch diameter Hartzell Talon replaces the standard wood core three-blade propeller to provide a 2.5% increase in takeoff acceleration, 5% decrease in takeoff distance, and a 5% increase in climb performance, company officials report.
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Landing on snow bends Piper
The pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control while conducting a touch-and-go landing on an unimproved, snow-covered airstrip, which resulted in a nose-over.
Picture of the Day: Grandson’s first flight
Michael Noteboom submitted this photo and note: “This picture is of my first flight with my grandson Michael Stafford. We flew my 172G out of the new Sioux County Regional Airport (KSXK) in Sioux County, Iowa. He loved every second.”
Fantastic February is filled with opportunity
February is an awkward sort of month. At this point in the year winter is fierce and feels never ending. But if you look, you may find more important things to focus on as winter drags on. I’ll offer my suggestion for two relevant considerations right here: The AOPA Flight Training Scholarships and the live webcast of this year’s R.A. “Bob” Hoover Trophy presentation.
High school aviation classes prepare for takeoff at KRZL
For the first time, aviation classes will be held at Jasper County Airport in Indiana, including Principles of Aviation Management, Private Pilot Theory, and Aviation Safety and Operations.
Virginia, Texas locations for AOPA Showcases
The one-day events will be an opportunity for pilots to explore exhibits and new aircraft displays, and a chance for aviation companies to showcase their latest gear.
Free webinar on FAA’s latest changes on drone regulation
The free webinar, slated for Feb. 25, will cover remote identification of unmanned aircraft, operations over people, operations at night and requirements for recurrent training for remote pilots.
Pilot dies in first solo in weight-shift control aircraft
The noncertificated pilot’s exceedance of the aircraft’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Picture of the Day: Good night
Maksym Pastushenko submitted this photo and note: “Night at Block Island State Airport (KBID) in Rhode Island.”