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General Aviation
Garmin adds new elearning courses
Available immediately after purchase using a computer or tablet with internet access, pilots can navigate through the virtual course at their own pace.
Plane hits fence after encountering wind shear on landing
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a fence.
Picture of the Day: Money well spent
Robert Supina submitted this photo and note: “In November 1999, the Super Constellation from Kansas City was brought down to Houston Hobby Airport for the celebration of the grand opening of fundraising to restore the original 1940 Terminal/Tower Building. I obtained permission to park my 1937 Packard LeBaron All/Weather Town Car at the nose for pictures. ‘I’ll give you a ride in MINE if you’ll give me a ride in YOURS!’ I told the pilot.
I let both pilots drive my car around their plane, and I got to fly back to Kansas City with them and get 15 minutes right seat time. For insurance purposes, I had to join the organization for $100. Then I had to pay $129 for a Southwest flight back to Houston. Money well spent!”
Birth of the aircraft carriers
The launch from the Navy’s first aircraft carrier, USS Langley, on Nov. 18, 1922, signaled the beginning of practical aircraft carrier operations.
Partnership promises a steady supply of sustainable aviation fuel
Monterey Jet Center at Monterey Regional Airport (KMRY) in California, will be the first customer to receive a consistent supply of SAF.
Test pilot training course debuts
The FAA Part 141 approved flight training program is designed to teach pilots the basics of test pilot academics and how to design and conduct flight tests.
New textbook introduces aircraft structures, systems and more
The book introduces aircraft to students in any aviation-related track of study, whether they are future mechanics/technicians, pilots, or aviation managers, according to Avotek officials.
Gear-up landing caused by damaged hose
The failure of the nose landing gear actuator hydraulic hose, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and hydraulic system pressure and a subsequent gear-up landing.