The pilot’s failure to lower the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the examiner’s failure to check that the landing gear was extended.
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Picture of the Day: Winter solstice
Mark Cook submitted this photo and note: “Returning home after a long winter night flight.”
Stay safe in the snow
A 2020 NTSB investigation revealed that pilots assumed flight in snow was safe as long as minimum ceiling and visibility requirements were met or that snow conditions were too dry or cold to pose an icing hazard. Pilots also assumed that snow conditions are safe to fly in as long as you can see through it — they did not consider the effects of icing, NTSB officials said, adding these assumptions can be deadly.
Orville and Wilbur to take center stage in Ohio classrooms
A new aviation-focused curriculum is being launched in Ohio elementary schools. “Problem solving with Orville and Wilbur” is just one element of the program, which is designed to not only combat pandemic-related learning loss but also provide a solution to aviation and aerospace workforce shortages.
AERO Oklahoma brings aviation advocates to the state capitol
The Oklahoma aviation and aerospace industry produces just under $44 billion in annual economic activity.
Pilot Proficient offers free Flight Review Ground Course
The course meets the requirements of FAR 61.56 for ground instruction required for the flight review, and features video and multimedia segments, quizzes, and a completion certificate, according to company officials.
Pilot loses control while landing on slush-covered runway
The pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing roll on the slush-covered runway.
Picture of the Day: The next generation
Brad Cohen submitted this photo and note: “Took my son for the ubiquitous $100 hamburger and gave him some dual.”
The mighty Mars miracle
It’s nothing short of a miracle on so many fronts that a huge 1940s flying boat in flyable condition is offered for sale in 2022. And it can be yours — for $5 million.