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Engine failure for Lancair

March 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment

This March 2010 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.

Aircraft: Lancair IV-P. Injuries: 1 Fatal. Location: Hilton Head, S.C. Aircraft damage: Substantial.

What reportedly happened: According to the pilot, the airplane was in cruise flight when the instrument panel begin to vibrate heavily and oil begin to cover the wind screen. There was a loud “bang” from the engine and then the engine then lost power. The pilot had no forward visibility because of the oil on the windscreen and could not maintain altitude. He elected to make an emergency landing on a nearby beach. During the landing the plane struck and killed a pedestrian.

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BOLO: Protecting our GA community

March 11, 2012 by 3 Comments

At last count there are more than 627,000 active pilots in the United States. That comes out to over 2.5 million eyes and ears. It’s the power of that number of eyes and ears that makes what I’m about to introduce an extremely powerful tool for general aviation security.

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Cain awarded Gold Pulaski for RAF service

March 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) reserves its highest award, called the Gold Pulaski, for those the board feels truly worthy. Jerry Cain of Lincoln, Montana has been “treasurer and director extraordinaire” since the RAF was formed, says RAF President John McKenna. Jerry flies a Husky A1-A and has steadfastly tracked all donations made since day one. “Even though Jerry officially stepped down December 31, 2011 as treasurer, I haven’t noticed any difference in the effort he puts forth,” noted McKenna at an RAF briefing at the recent Montana Aviation Conference in Bozeman. [Read more...]

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Cessna’s Citation M2 makes first flight

March 11, 2012 by 1 Comment

Cessna’s new Citation M2 made its first prototype flight March 9. The flight lasted a little more than an hour and a half and included tests of the avionics system, autopilot, engine system, aircraft systems and instrument approaches.

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Sign up for a spot on the Virginia Fly-in Parade of Flight

March 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

After 14 successful years, the Virginia Aviation Council is adding a crowd-pleasing flying event to its popular Virginia Regional Festival of Flight. Surveys have shown that attendees want to see more aircraft in flight, so this year a Directed Parade of Flight will take place on Saturday, April 28, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Suffolk Executive Airport (SFQ). The airport will be closed by NOTAM to all arriving and departing traffic during this aerial showcase.

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Sun ‘n Fun warbirds judging suspended for 2012

March 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

A decline in recent years of participation in the warbird aircraft judging program at the Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-In & Expo in Lakeland, Florida, has prompted officials to suspend the program in 2012. According to officials from the Warbirds of America, they and Sun ‘n Fun officials will reevaluate the program during the one-year stand-down. WOA is seeking the input of the warbird community on the topic. You can add your input via e-mail at warbirds@eaa.org.

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Ethanol free fuel now at Sonoma Jet Center

March 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Sonoma Jet Center now sells ethanol-free 91 octane unleaded gasoline for use in aircraft at the Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa, Calif.

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Steve Miller Band to rock out Oshkosh

March 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Steve Miller Band will play at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on Monday, July 23, for the opening night concert, presented by Ford Motor Company.

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New approach to accelerated instrument training

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Avia IFR Training Centers now offers an accelerated instrument rating program that combines advanced flight simulation devices, glass equipped aircraft, and a proprietary curriculum that focuses on real-world experience.

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Aircraft Spruce carries Pilot Chews

March 11, 2012 by 1 Comment

Aircraft Spruce now stocks a new product that was developed by pilots to battle fatigue: Pilot Chews, an aviation dietary supplement formulated for pilots to enhance their performance during flight.

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