Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate 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: Massive power
Will Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “Pratt & Whitney R985 engine as seen from below during an annual inspection.”
Senators urge common sense solution for student loans for pilots
The problem revolves around recent changes to the federal student loan system that implemented new lifetime borrowing caps for graduate and professional students.
Signature Aviation acquires KFXE FBO
Signature Aviation has acquired Fort Lauderdale Executive Jet Center, an FBO at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) in Florida.
Applications open for Cascade Warbirds scholarships
The scholarships cover private pilot ground school and two introductory flights for students between the ages of 16 and 21.
Carb ice leads to Taylorcraft’s forced landing
Probable Cause: A partial loss of engine power due to an accumulation of carburetor ice, resulting in an off-airport landing and substantial damage to the airplane.
Picture of the Day: My new co-pilot
Christian Sanchez submitted this photo and note: “A few months ago, I introduced my dog to flying, and ever since, she’s been hooked. Now, whenever I roll out the C-150, she runs straight to the plane and settles underneath it with the biggest smile. On this day, I happened to have my phone with me and finally captured what has become her little ritual — pure joy every time she sees the airplane.”
MOSAIC brings new inspection privileges for homebuilders
“These are welcome options for many E-AB owners who, unlike experimental light-sport aircraft (E-LSA) owners, cannot obtain inspection privileges for their own aircraft if they were not the original, primary builder,” association officials said. “EAA has long advocated for these privileges and was pleased to see them included in the final MOSAIC rule.”
Work begins on upgrades to KSUD
A runway extension and widening, as well as new lighting, are part of the $6.7 million in improvements.