The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude during an instrument approach, which resulted in an impact with power lines.
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Picture of the Day: General aviation in Europe
Simon Paul submitted this photo and note: “General Aviation in Europe is far from dead. A gradual shift can be observed from single-engine piston certified aircraft to experimental and micro light aircraft. This picture shows Van’s RV-9 PH-SCP being rolled out of the hangar at Zwartberg Airport in Genk, Belgium, with a Bell 47 in the grass, having just arrived from a local joy flight.”
A tale of two towers
Frederick Municipal Airport in Maryland has two towers: A modern one that keeps things flowing safely at the airport. The old tower has been transformed into a restaurant that captures the history of the airport.
FAA funding extended through March 2024
The extension is necessary as the Senate has yet to take up FAA reauthorization.
Fort Worth FBO collects Toys for Tots
So far this year, the FBO has collected 111 bikes and several hundred toys for the annual effort, company officials report. Donations will be accepted through Dec. 15, 2023.
EAA Homebuilders Week returns in January
EAA Homebuilders Week virtual presentations are open and free to everyone interested in building aircraft. Registration is required and space is limited.
Picture of the Day: The view from the window
Diana Layton submitted this photo and note: “The view from inside the Grant County Airport (W99) in West Virginia shows perfect weather for fun in the sky.”
Should I pre-oil these Lycoming engines?
My guess is that you want to eliminate any possibility of internal lack of lubrication during engine start-up. As I mentioned previously, since the cam and tappet area are only served by splash oil, if you really want to focus on that area and keeping it in the best of health, here are a few suggestions.
Commemorative Air Force soars to new heights with Pinto jet
The jet has been assigned to a newly established Super Pinto Sponsor Group, which will be based at the CAF hangar in Memphis. Group members noted the aircraft will divide its time between Memphis, Pensacola, and Dallas. The group also hopes to be able to start offering living history flights in the Pinto in 2024.