The Georgia Institute of Technology has officially opened its new Aircraft Prototyping Laboratory, which is dedicated to advancing research in electric and autonomous flight in collaboration with academic, government, and industry partners.
Pilots
Fuel exhaustion ends flight early
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Picture of the Day: Pie-In
Henry Spang submitted this photo and note: “The Northwest Antique Airplane Club Pie-In in Scappoose, Oregon. The annual Pie-In is a fundraising event for the club’s scholarships.”
Express yourself
Whether it’s learning to fly or pursuing some other life goal. we’re not held back by some nefarious outside force. With few exceptions we are the governor that limits the scope and breadth of our own lives.
$8.7 million expansion project begins at KPQL
Designed to boost the capacity for industrial and commercial development at Mississippi’s Trent Lott International Airport, the North Apron Expansion and Taxiway Connector Project includes construction of a new concrete aircraft parking apron and connector taxiway and taxiway lighting rehabilitation.
Cirrus introduces instrument rating program
The Instrument Rating Program, designed by Cirrus instructor pilots, combines self-study content with in-person flight training, according to company officials.
Carolinas Virginia Antique Airplane Foundation Fall Fly-In prepares for takeoff
The annual Carolinas Virginia Antique Airplane Foundation Fall Fly-In will take place Oct. 2-5, 2025 at Woodward Field Airport (KCDN) in Camden, S.C.
Pilot focuses too much on open engine cover and too little on flying the airplane
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control after an engine access cover opened during the initial climb.
Picture of the Day: Cheat River Island Adventure
Cynthia Kercher submitted this photo and note: “Bristell N24CE made a practice flight to Cheat River Island Airport (56WV) in Rowlesburg, West Virginia, from Deck Airport (9D4) in Myerstown, Pennsylvania, in preparation for the upcoming Cheat River Fall Fly-In 2025 on Oct. 11. Very nice grass runway with a fascinating approach. A great little airport in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia.”