What goes through your mind when your engine betrays you? General Aviation News contributor Bill Walker takes us through his thoughts and actions when his engine went silent just 950 feet in the air.
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Avoiding loss of control on the ground
The new video is the first of a four-part series aimed at addressing the most predominant general aviation mishaps.
Increasing safety for Alaskan aviators
According to TracPlus’ CEO Trevor McIntyre, the approval of the RockAir — a portable glare shield mounted device providing global communication for aircraft — into the eSRS program will enable better safety outcomes for Alaskan pilots who operate in some of the most remote parts of the world.
Preparing for a new flight environment in 57 seconds
It’s good to stretch your wings, trying out new aircraft or flying into a new airport. But make sure you are prepared or you may find yourself in trouble.
Don’t let a ‘gotcha’ get you
Whether flying an aircraft – unintentionally – into IMC or falling asleep at the yoke on a perfectly clear day, things happen. And those are just two examples of mistakes we can make.
2020 WINGS Sweepstakes winners named
10 pilot are sharing $10,000 as part of a program to encourage participating in the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program.
NBAA offers free Single-Pilot Safety Standdown
The free event will bring world-class expertise to pilots “pursuing mastery of their aircraft and top performance at all times,” NBAA officials promise.
Checkride reexaminations may be required for some pilots
Pilots who had a checkride with Michael A. Puehler of Cincinnati may be required to retake that checkride.
New portable autopilot could save lives
The PortaPilot incorporates its own inertial platform Attitude Heading and Reference System (AHRS) and is therefore independent of aircraft instruments, making it a great backup in various emergency situations.