Retired Army Blackhawk helicopter pilot Kodey Bogart is on a mission to introduce aviation — specifically helicopters — to young children. That’s why her new book series, Helo Girls, is aimed at readers between the ages of 4 and 8.
Taildraggers.com launches
Created by pilot Kevin Laufer, the site offers a destination for taildragger pilots and enthusiasts to buy, sell, and connect. The site is also home to the relaunched Tailwheel Pilots Association, a community-based group dedicated to promoting tailwheel flying.
New FBO opens at KMHR
A new FBO, Mather Jet Center, has opened at Sacramento Mather Airport (KMHR) in California.
Flight Flix introduces airfoil generator to charge cameras
The new Flight Flix Airfoil Generator harnesses airflow during flight to continuously generate power, turning the camera mount into a miniature power station, company officials explain.
Test flight ends with total loss of engine power
Probable Cause: A total loss of engine power caused by fatigue cracking and fracture of the crankshaft due to severe wear of the bearings.
Picture of the Day: Army black and gold
James Viola submitted this photo and note: “A 2023 Robinson R-44 Raven resting next a 2020 Harley Davidson Fat Boy after a good flight and ride at Nassau County Airport (83FL) in Florida.”
Human Factors: Dumping fuel
The two shattered links of the accident chain were not adjacent, as they so often are. The first came during an otherwise diligent preflight. The second was a skipped memory item from the emergency checklist that, otherwise, would have saved the day.
FAA moves to ensure 100LL availability
Ensuring the availability of 100LL at general aviation airports is in the process of being added to the grant assurances required by the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
Dynon invests in Trig Avionics
Dynon Avionics, a manufacturer of avionics for general aviation aircraft, has made a “strategic investment” in Trig Avionics, a UK-based manufacturer of transponders and communication radios, according to Dynon officials.