Shortly after takeoff, at approximately 200 feet all, we experienced almost total electrical failure in our Mooney M-20F.
Aviation Safety Reporting System
Practice flight interrupted by jet
When the ADS-B showed +300 and very close behind us, I stated to the student “I have the flight controls” and descended and banked right. The pilot of the jet stated that he had us in sight, no factor. We then saw the Aircraft Y slightly below and to our left as he passed by.
Drone pilot forgets to get FAA authorization for flight
After realizing that I had not written down the authorization on my work order I immediately discontinued the flight and landed the drone.
Distracted pilot nearly lands on wrong runway
It’s not the people talking on the radio that will hit you, it’s the people that aren’t. A good scan is critical. Keep that head on a swivel and outside.
Cracked cylinder ends flight
A cracked cylinder leads to violent vibrations in a Piper PA-28R.
Flight Check aircraft causes issues
When a pilot encounters an FAA Flight Check King Air, problems ensue.
Official Drone ASRS Report form introduced
“Examples of reported UAS incidents include events in which wind, weather, or equipment are important factors, conflicts between manned and unmanned aircraft, and operational mistakes that may endanger persons or aircraft. Commencing with knowledge extracted from ASRS reports, solutions or preventive measures can be developed to mitigate hazards and threats.”
Tips for that first flight after down time
Have you thought about how you will approach your first flight in months?
Has COVID-19 affected flight safety for GA pilots?
“If you believe that the public health emergency or any aspect of the response had an effect on you or any other aspect of aviation safety, we encourage you to include such information in an ASRS report,” FAA officials said.