Probable Cause: Maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the No. 2 cylinder exhaust valve, which allowed the valve to drop into the cylinder and resulted in a total loss of engine power.
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Picture of the Day: Red Arrows
Sparky Barnes submitted this photo and note: “Beautiful precision formation flying by the Red Arrows during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.”
A Practical Guide to Buying an Airplane Successfully
Think you can’t afford to buy an airplane? Think again. This practical guide breaks down the essential steps to successful aircraft ownership, from defining your true mission and setting a realistic budget to navigating insurance, pre-buy inspections, and securing local hangar space.
AirVenture 2026 By The Numbers
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 soared to new heights, welcoming a record-breaking 734,000 attendees to the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.
FAA Advances Digital Departure Clearances for General Aviation
The FAA is rolling out Mobile Clearance, a new digital tool allowing general aviation pilots to request IFR departure clearances directly through apps like ForeFlight and Garmin. Designed to enhance safety and efficiency, this feature reduces radio congestion and minimizes controller readback errors, FAA officials said.
New Restaurant Opens at KGMU
Greenville Downtown Airport has welcomed its newest dining destination: Hangar 28 Kitchen & Events. Replacing the former Runway Café, this renovated venue offers scratch-made menus, cocktails, and runway views.
New Prop Approved For Mooney M20s
MT-Propeller has received an FAA STC for the installation of its 3-blade natural composite propeller on Mooney M20 models, including M20A, M20B, M20C, and M20D powered by Lycoming O-360-A1A, O-360-A1D, O-360-A1D, and O-360-A2D engines.
CAU Expands Reach Flight Center Network
California Aeronautical University (CAU) continues expanding its Reach Flight Center network with the addition of the Lunken Flight Training Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. This partnership allows students to complete local flight training while earning a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics degree through CAU’s online program.
Sporty’s Partners With Foreflight on Educational Resources
Sporty’s has partnered with Jeppesen ForeFlight to distribute its aviation education products, including training manuals, test guides, syllabi, logbooks, books, online courses, and other educational resources.