Probable cause: The pilot’s continued visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s inadequate preflight weather planning a
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Picture of the Day: Route 66 runway
Dennis Mead submitted the following photo and note: “Camping along Route 66 at Roy’s Cafe in Amboy, California.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of the Day are also considered for our new Page 4 […]
Another kind of step-down fix
Whether you’re stepping up or stepping down in the equipment you fly, training is everything.
Latest spending bill includes relief for Trump TFRs
The airports suffered a net loss of nearly $1 million in 2017 alone.
Whole Aircraft Parachute developed for Van’s RV-10
A whole aircraft parachute rescue system is now available for Van’s RV-10 homebuilt aircraft.
Drones to light up the skies of SUN ‘n FUN
Great Lakes Drone Company will also have an exhibit area on the ground as part of the overall experience for show-goers.
Annual Safety Standdown slated
The Greater Washington Business Aviation Association (GWBAA) will hold its 13th annual Safety Standdown April 18.
Cessna 152 hits hangar
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a hangar while taxiing at night.
Picture of the day: Sundowner at sundown
Kyle Robertson took this picture flying back to Austin Bergstrom International Airport (KAUS) in Texas after the Pilot Partner Flying Club picked up its Beech Sundowner (C23) from the avionics shop. The Sundowner is flying just before sunset with Downtown Austin in the background.