The workshop, set for Feb. 28 and March 1, will be followed by a regional fly-in for Zenith aircraft owners and pilots.
General Aviation
Free IA Training Course Launches
While targeted primarily to A&P/IAs, the training is open to anyone interested in general aviation maintenance practices.
Fuel Starvation Followed By Forced Landing in a Field
Probable Cause: The pilot’s improper fuel management resulting in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and subsequent off-airport forced landing.
Picture of the Day: Something Wicked This Way Comes
Jay Carpenter submitted this photo and note: “My Van’s RV-7 “Odette” sitting on the tarmac at the Dimmitt Municipal Airport (T55) in Texas. A squall line of thunderstorms approach. Odette says, “Get me into that hangar!” I got her into safety just in time.”
How Can I Keep Flying While I Get My Engine Overhauled?
William’s Question: I want to get my engine overhauled. Not because of any operating problems, but because it has been 35 years since overhaul. After contacting overhaul shops I find that due to the work force shortage, overhaul times are now in the six to eight month or more time frame. I don’t want to stop flying to overhaul an engine that the only problem is 35 years since it was last overhauled.
Flight Training Award Winners Named
The awards are based on feedback received from thousands of student pilots, newly certificated pilots, and pilots completing flight reviews or pursuing advanced certificates or ratings.
New Leader for National Association of Flight Instructors Named
Brian Wynne takes over as NAFI executive director after nine years as president and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI).
Absolute AoA System Introduced
Unlike traditional single-sensor differential pressure systems that are limited to near-stall warnings, the Absolute AoA system provides AoA information for climbing, cruising, and landing. It is unaffected by density altitude, weight, or loading, according to company officials.
Training Flight Ends In Gear-Up Landing
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear and the flight instructor’s lack of recognition and inadequate remedial action, which resulted in a gear up landing.