Probable Cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control.
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Picture of the Day: Spanish Peaks in Colorado
Patrick Brown submitted this photo and note: “Picture taken heading south from Colorado Springs on my way to Albuquerque on a nice clear day.”
The #2 reason people quit flight training
The #2 reason people quit flight training might be a surprise to most people.
Aviation advocates welcome approval of pilot mental wellness legislation
The bill directs the FAA to revise regulations for mental health disclosure and treatment, with the aim of removing barriers to mental wellness services and updating archaic policies surrounding mental health disclosures.
Embry‑Riddle introduces air traffic management associate’s degree
The new Associate of Science in Air Traffic Management program — set to debut in August 2025 — has been approved to be part of the FAA’s Enhanced Air Traffic Controller Training Initiative (AT-CTI).
Sporty’s launches IFR Focus
“At its core, instrument flying is about proficiency — not just staying legal,” said Eric Radtke, editor of IFR Focus. “This new site is a place where instrument pilots can stay current, challenge themselves, and pick up practical techniques they can use right away.”
Carb ice contributes to crash
Probable Cause: A loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice that resulted from the pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat during the landing approach.
Picture of the Day: Mt. Shasta
Bill Bennett submitted this photo and note: “We recently took a trip from Texas to California in our SOCATA TB-20 Trinidad. When landing at Redding Regional Airport (KRDD) in California it was a very clear day. You can clearly see Mt. Shasta about 54 nm north of the airport as we prepare to land on Runway 34. Redding is at 505 MSL while Mt. Shasta tops out at 14,162 MSL.”
The #1 reason people quit flight training
To no one’s surprise, money tops the list in the top reasons people drop out of pilot training.