In “Real Pilot Story: Crossed Wires,” commercial pilot and CFI Greg Soter reflects on an emergency landing near Birdseye, Utah, in June 2013, after discovering an electrical fire in the back of the Cessna 172 he was flying.
Flying
Stratus Power Max introduced
The latest addition to the company’s line of TSO-certified USB charging products, Stratus Power Max delivers up to 60 watts of charging power, according to company officials.
Near miss disrupts training flight
As the student began the turn, they spotted nearby traffic to the southeast and the SkyWatch system alerted us to the presence of the same altitude traffic.
Picture of the Day: Oshkosh fireworks
Richard Neville submitted these photos and a note: “Fireworks light up the night at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.”
Human Factors: An unhealthy tango for two
We have a less than ideal airport layout with intersecting runways, view-limiting terrain, and published data ignored by the locals. Why, yes, that does seem like a good recipe for an accident, doesn’t it?
Grant awarded to prepare Appalachian airports for electric aircraft
Researchers at Ohio University have received a $500,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission to work with 36 airports in Ohio, Kentucky, and North Carolina to investigate what needs to be done to prepare for electric aircraft.
Sparker debuts at Oshkosh
The Sparker, a MOSAIC-ready light-sport aircraft (LSA), made its debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.
Sporty’s introduces Flight Gear Oxygen System Organizer
New from Sporty’s is the Flight Gear Oxygen System Organizer, which organizes and stores the multiple components of a portable oxygen system, including bottles, masks, cannulas, endless tubing, and more.
Open door distracts Cirrus pilot
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a runway excursion. Contributing to the outcome was the pilot’s failure to ensure that the airplane’s right side door was properly secured prior to departing on the accident flight, and his subsequent distraction due to the door during the landing attempt.