It was an unsettling moment as from my position the drone looked to be another plane. The drone was so close to the aircraft that I thought they were going to collide. The drone looked to have passed just under the aircraft.
Pictures of the Day: Fire Boss
David Dow submitted these photos and a note: “These folks are conducting training flights at Heber Springs Municipal Airport (KHBZ) in Arkansas. Fire Boss aircraft are used for fighting fires. They scoop up water in the floats from a nearby lake or river. In this case, they are operating out of Greers Ferry Lake, just north of Little Rock. These aircraft have a useful load of almost 7,000 pounds. They are very big!”
Personalize your aircraft performance table
It is a great A/B test tool. Mark your performance before and after installing a new propeller, for example, to see the impact.
National Celebration of General Aviation D.C. Flyover gets final approval
With final government approval, 56 general aviation (GA) aircraft will depart Frederick Municipal Airport (KFDK) in Maryland shortly before noon on Saturday, May 11, to participate in The National Celebration of General Aviation D.C. Flyover.
Work begins on new FBO, hangar at KELK
“The movers and shakers, the people who bring business to a town, don’t come in on the Greyhound bus,” added Bobby Southard, Elk City Airport chairman. “They come to town from the airport, and now we will be able to make a great first impression of Elk City with our new terminal.”
Foundation’s scholarship program springs into action
“Flight training is no cake walk,” said Rachelle Spector, founder of the I Hart Flying Foundation (IHFF). “Each year we offer multiple themed scholarship opportunities and meet incredible women paving their own way in the aviation space. We’re honored to be a part of each lady’s journey and witness where they’ve come from to where they’ve landed in their respective professional aviation careers.”
Obstructed vent outlets lead to fuel starvation
A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel starvation resulting from obstructed forward and aft vent outlets in the left fuel tank.
Picture of the Day: Diamond in oil
Merton Erickson submitted this photo and note: “A beautiful painting by our neighbor of our Diamond and the view from our hangar.”
Why doesn’t somebody do something?
As pilots, aircraft mechanics, aviation business owners, and interested residents, it is in our best interest to offer ourselves for public service. Establish an airport advisory committee that puts effective and beneficial utilization of the field at the forefront of its agenda. Discuss development of the airport as an asset to the community — a place where learning, recreation, business, and personal fulfillment all converge for the betterment of the residents and visitors to your area.