Dr. Peter Edenhoffer relives the moment his airplane suffered a complete electrical failure in IMC at night
General Aviation
Brake leak contributes to crash
Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to take off with a known master brake cylinder leak and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Picture of the Day: Down Memory Lane
Gord McNulty submitted the following photo and note: “Thirty years ago this month, the Douglas C-47, known as the Dakota in Canada, was finally retired by the Canadian Armed Forces after a remarkable 46 years in service. On March 19, 1989, Dakota 12963 was flown to the original Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum at Hamilton, Ontario, […]
Why vs. why not
What is the point of not providing services to customers in a business that is entirely based on customer service?
Historic aircraft flies 2,000 miles to honor D-Day veteran with a ride
“I’m not usually emotional, but I’m emotional today,” said Jim “Pee Wee” Martin after his flight on ‘That’s All, Brother.”
Video: Touring the American Legend factory
An EAA chapter and a flying club were invited to tour the American Legend Aircraft Company.
Deadline looms for applying for AOPA flight training scholarships
AOPA is offering more than $1 million in scholarships.
Museum offers special hours, free admission to children with autism and their families
Several galleries will have adjusted lighting and sound for a sensory-friendly environment.
Attempt to hand prop Luscombe alone ends fatally
Probable cause: The pilot’s inadvertent contact with the propeller while hand propping the engine, which resulted in a fatal injury.