When the AP would not disengage I pushed the disengage button on the yoke. When that didn’t work, I pulled the circuit breaker to the autopilot. That didn’t work either, the servos refused to release.
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The art of B-29 test beds
A mystery about nose art on B-29s used for research and testing is solved.
Michigan’s Two Hearted Airstrip reopens
The airfield was closed in October 2021 for rehabilitation and maintenance by volunteers with the Recreational Aviation Foundation. Efforts included re-grading, new topsoil, tilling, seeding, mulching, and compacting 800 feet of the airfield.
Grants fuel Girls in Aviation Day activities
The eighth annual Girls in Aviation Day will be held Sept. 24, 2022, with events planned by Women in Aviation chapters around the world.
New program helps general aviation pilots offset carbon emissions
The program is designed as a monthly subscription customized to the type of aircraft, the sustainability commitment pilots want to make, and their typical annual hours flown.
Picture of the Day: Short final on a summer evening
Mark Matthews submitted this photo and note: “Landing at Independence State Airport (7S5) in Oregon, in the J-3 Cub with just minutes until sunset on a warm summer day.”
Seaplane serenity
The Oshkosh Seaplane Base is a hidden gem at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. But once you’ve been there, you’ll want to return.
SUN ‘n FUN celebrates 150th pilot
Hayden Gomez completed his private pilot checkride Aug. 13, 2022, the day of his 18th birthday.
Sporty’s adds to aviation webinar lineup
How to Pass the FAA Written in Less Time, A Pilot’s Guide to Headsets, and Advanced Flight Simulator Tips are among the free webinars coming up at Sporty’s.