Probable Cause: A loss of engine power due to the separation and ingestion of an air filter retaining bracket into the engine cylinder.
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Picture of the Day: Early Start to the Day
Rusty Eichorn submitted this photo and note: “Just after sunrise, a pair of 180 Skywagons owned by Dave Clark and Rusty Eichorn quietly await their fly out to fishing adventures for the day while parked at the dock at Rusty Eichorn’s cabin on Fog Lake in Northwest Ontario, Canada.”
Unleaded Avgas Transition Faces More Delays And Challenges
The path to unleaded avgas remains bumpy following announcements at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. With the FAA’s transition plan lacking finality, differing approval paths for GAMI and Swift Fuels, and looming deadlines, the general aviation industry faces complex challenges on the road to an unleaded future.
New Grant Paves Way for Transformation of KBKV
Florida’s Hernando County has secured a $13.6 million federal grant to accelerate infrastructure improvements at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport (KBKV). The funding will prepare 600 acres for aviation development, paving the way for aerospace companies, MROs, and a new workforce training campus.
Centennial Airport New Base of Operations for AeroAngel
AeroAngel, a national charity providing free private flights for seriously ill children, is establishing its permanent headquarters at Centennial Airport in Colorado.
Sliding Pilot Seat Leads to Accident
Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to correctly reinstall the airplane’s left seat, resulting in the movement of the seat during the takeoff roll, and the subsequent loss of control and runway excursion.
Picture of the Day: Test Flight
Stuart Bain submitted this photo and note: “Craig Samson test flying the restored Yak 12 over Long Island’s South Shore. The Yak was recovered in 2015 in Florida and restored at Bayport Aerodrome in New York.”
Road Trip: On My Way to Oshkosh
Join one “Plane Nerd” on a cross-country road trip to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. From exploring Cold War jet fighters in Idaho to discovering agricultural drones in Iowa, experience the scenic grandeur and aviation treasures found along the journey to the world’s greatest aviation celebration.
New Survey Highlights How General Aviation Pilots Feel About ADS-B
A recent Purdue University survey explores how general aviation pilots view Electronic Conspicuity technology, such as ADS-B. While a majority of respondents strongly support its safety benefits and ability to enhance situational awareness, many pilots also highlight significant ongoing concerns regarding data privacy, regulatory enforcement, and the use of their data to assess landing fees.