Certification paperwork has been submitted and approval is expected in the fall of 2022, for new software that allows Aspen Avionics’ Evolution Flight Display to interface with Garmin’s GFC 600 digital autopilot.
Near miss times two
We heard a transmission on the Tower frequency as we were entering the Delta airspace from another plane reporting they were nearly hit in the same vicinity that we were in.
Picture of the Day: Launching the plane
Terry Hayes submitted this photo and note: “Launching the 180 floatplane after the flooding in Montana this spring. Plenty of water now!”
Ask Paul: Can you tell me my engine’s horsepower?
I recently bought a project Stinson Station Wagon 108-3 that is equipped with an O-435 Lycoming engine. Is there a way to determine if the engine is the O-435 190-hp or the O-435 225-hp?
200 and counting…
The Lake Shelbyville Flying Club in Illinois is the 200th flying club formed since the launch of AOPA’s You Can Fly program.
Seven instruments in the palm of your hand
The new Flight Sensor Pack includes a portable artificial horizon, altimeter, G-meter, variometer, VSI, density altitude, and more.
Martha King earns Master Pilot Award
The award was presented during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022.
Two injured when carb ice contributes to crash
A partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice while on the ground, which resulted in reduced climb capability and impact with trees during the initial climb.
Picture of the Day: Bet you didn’t see this at Oshkosh
Ted Luebbers submitted this photo and note: “I bet you did not see one of these at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022. It’s a sailplane glider that John Domenjoz designed in the 1930s that’s on display at the Owls Head Transportation Museum in Maine. He claims to have flown it at least 10 times. The boat-type sail would keep him aloft and provide the necessary drive for takeoff.”