The pilot’s failure to check the fuel selector position before takeoff and his improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Also causal was the pilot’s loss of airplane control which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
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Picture of the Day: Sunset fighter
George Speake sent in this photo with a note: “This was an evening arrival of the F-22 for the Orlando Air Show in April 2024. There’s nothing better than a Florida sunset with an airplane in the foreground!”
Breaking Down Barriers to an aviation career
Eight students in the Dallas area are learning to fly thanks to Breaking Down Barriers, a foundation created in January 2024 by former American Airlines Chairman and CEO Doug Parker and his wife Gwen that covers all costs.
Experimental safety record at all-time best
Amateur-built aircraft fatal accidents have decreased 25% in the past decade, according to officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association.
New owner for CheckMate Aviation
“Checklists are the foundation of aviation safety,” said Barry Munsterteiger, the new CEO and president of CheckMate Aviation, an instrument rated pilot and Cessna 182 owner. “Our goal is to honor the tradition of safety that our customers have been familiar with for over three decades, while also incorporating new research and design that will further enhance the usability of our checklists.”
ASA begins shipping 2025 pilot test prep books
These new editions reflect the latest information to prepare for FAA knowledge exams and include book, software, and updates for two years, in addition to a free two-year subscription to Prepware.com, ASA officials said.
Crosswind pushes plane to land on taxiway
Due to the wind constantly pushing the aircraft to the left, the aircraft underperformed during the climb. Hearing the stall sound, I noticed that the aircraft was unable to climb, so I rapidly lowered the nose and landed on the taxiway. The landing was successful, with no harm to either the aircraft or anyone else.
Picture of the Day: Old friends
Michael Haas sent in this photo with a note: “A 1945 Boeing B-17 and a 1946 Cessna 120. Still beautiful and still flying.”
What a busy industry we are
When compared to home renovation or automobiles or boating or any number of other industries, general aviation is a pretty small segment of the economy, no matter it is sliced. But we are an active bunch.