Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA) has released a new app for aviation mechanics to help them prepare for the FAA Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Oral & Practical exams.
General Aviation
Carbon tracking contributes to Luscombe’s crash
A total loss of engine power due to a failure of the ignition switch from carbon tracking, which resulted in a forced landing and a subsequent impact with trees.
Picture of the Day: Soaring fun
Diana Layton submitted this photo and note: “The view from Civil Air Patrol’s West Virginia Wing glider cockpit while under tow above Petersburg, West Virginia.”
Canadian Air Force century celebrated at AirVenture
The 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) prompted justifiably proud Canadian military and civilian fliers and aircraft owners to bring warbirds and modern jets across the border for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.
Aviation summer camp inspires the next generation
A free aerospace summer camp was a hit in Florida. While the Aviation Connection summer camps have been held in Canada for seven years, this is the non-profit organization’s first summer camp in the U.S.
Girls in Aviation Day hits milestone
More than 30,000 girls across the globe are expected to participate in the 10th annual Girls in Aviation Day.
Piper M700 certified in Canada
The first M700 FURY delivery into Canada is scheduled soon, with additional international deliveries this year into Europe and Brazil as those certifications are obtained, according to Piper officials.
Near miss during aerobatic discovery flight
During this climb the other aircraft flew directly under my wing at a shockingly close distance. Had I not been in an aircraft with excellent climb and maneuvering performance, it could have ended very badly.
Picture of the Day: Adventure with a little Fury
Gord McNulty submitted this photo and note: “It was a delightful surprise when I recently saw none other than a 3/4-scale replica of a vintage Hawker Fury, displayed as part of a popular rope climbing attraction in Trenton, Ontario, Canada.