Question for Paul McBride, the General Aviation News Lycoming engines expert: I have a 1960 Piper Comanche. Can you identify the casting number on top of the engine?
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New expedition launches to find Amelia Earhart’s missing plane
The search, named the Taraia Object Expedition, will begin when a field team visits the Pacific island Nikumaroro in November 2025 to confirm whether a visual anomaly known as the Taraia Object, seen in satellite and other imagery in the island’s lagoon, is what remains of Earhart’s plane.
Flights of fun at the Cavalcade of Planes
“Aviation enthusiasts from all over Illinois gathered for an up-close look at a wide array of aircraft on display, with stationary exhibits of planes, a museum, vendors, and of course, a front row seat to see the takeoffs and landings,” the video reports.
Sporty’s introduces rechargeable flashlight
Includes magnetic base. A full charge takes 1-2 hours.
Inadequate 100-hour inspection leads to in-flight fire
Probable Cause: An in-flight fire that resulted from an inadequate 100-hr inspection, which failed to detect and correct improper electrical cable routing in the engine compartment.
Picture of the Day: We all love warbirds
Robert Erenstein submitted this photo and note: “The sound, the technology, yes, we all love venerable warbirds. Here a P-51 Mustang in US livery, now civilian and based in The Netherlands.”
A friendly fly-in with the action of an air show
The 2025 Moses Lake Air Show built upon the edgy ambience of previous years with a return of world-class RC aircraft and pilots, plus the second year of STOL competition, as well as a traditional air show of aerobatic pilots, skydivers, and more.
Drones, astronauts and more at KPPO aviation camp
“Aviation Camp is a chance for students to immerse themselves in the world of aviation and experience flight, learn basic flight maneuvers to fly an aircraft, discover career opportunities available to them, get hands on with aviation STEM activities, and more,” said Rachel Boulahanis, the airport’s operations manager.
Flying car company introduces pilot training program
Company officials noted that many of the reservation holders for the flying car are not pilots.