I immediately advised ATC because I realized I could not safely land the plane and was not sure I had full control with the envelope protection system engagement. After advising ATC I reverted to my training, prioritizing aviate, navigate, and communicate.
Pilots
Picture of the Day: Beach City Baby
Diana Layton submitted this photo and note: “Got to see this pretty girl at the WWII Warbirds Event at the Greater Cumberland Regional Airport (KCBE) in Wiley Ford, West Virginia.”
Several lives remain for this restored Cat
There’s a brand-new-looking Grumman Hellcat on the scene that is the oldest of the F6F breed extant.
One of the longest-serving airport managers in the United States slates retirement
Shafer has dedicated 45 years to the airport, with 43 of those years as airport manager. With only two airport managers in the airport’s 74-year history, Shafer is recognized as one of the longest-serving airport managers in the United States, according to airport officials.
New edition of ASA Remote Pilot Test Prep now available
Test Prep with Prepware for remote pilots provides questions with explanations for correct and incorrect answers arranged in chapters based on subject matter, company officials explain.
Attempted takeoff in wet sand bends Maule
The pilot’s decision to depart from an area of wet sand, which resulted in a nose over during the attempted takeoff.
Picture of the Day: My backyard
Dale Weir submitted this photo and note: “Had company for an evening flight in my Cub at Norman Grier Field Airport (S36) in Kent, Washington.”
Crowds celebrate Airport Expo Day at KLMO
The future of aerospace is great at Vance Brand Municipal Airport (KLMO) in Longmont, Colorado. At least, it sure looked great to an estimated 7,500 attendees who celebrated Longmont Airport Expo Day at KLMO in Colorado’s Front Range on Sept. 14, 2024.
Applications open for Flying Musicians Association scholarships
The Flying Musicians Association (FMA) is now taking applications for two scholarships: The FMA Solo Learn to Fly program and the FMA Swing Wing scholarship to the New York Hot Jazz Camp.