In “Real Pilot Story: Trouble Over Paradise,” Cessna Caravan pilot Ken Allen experiences piercing pain to the right side of his head during an otherwise routine flight. A quick-thinking passenger pulls Ken from the cockpit, stopping the ensuing nosedive, and radios ATC for help.
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Landing to take a picture doesn’t turn out as planned
The pilot’s loss of directional control during an intentional off-airport landing.
Picture of the Day: Mt. Baker
Mark Young submitted this photo and note: “A PA28-161 flying past Mt Baker in Washington state.”
Finding the preflight “gotcha”
During his flight lessons, Rajeev Pandey’s CFI warned that one day he would “mess with something on the plane” and if he didn’t catch it, no flight lesson for that day. The day finally came when Rajeev discovered a “gotcha.”
Video: Upgrade your preflight
A new video from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) features the association’s resident A&P Carlo Cilliers, who shares some expert tips to help you improve your preflight inspection.
Charging station for electric aircraft added to four FBOs
Atlantic Aviation and BETA Technologies have already installed one charger at Elmira Regional Airport (KELM) in New York and have signed agreements for three additional locations, including Birmingham International Airport (KBHM) in Alabama, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (KJAN) in Jackson, Mississippi, and Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport (KBAF) in Westfield/Springfield, Massachusetts.
AeroLEDs achieves STC approval for variety of lights
AeroLEDs has received FAA Supplemental Type Certificate approval for a diverse range of lighting components on hundreds of Part 23 aircraft, including position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights, and beacon lights.
Ask Paul: How can I improve my engine’s cruise oil pressure?
During my second test flight, I noticed cruise oil pressure at 55 PSI. As it has the longer housing regulator, I added three washers and replaced the check ball. The result was oil pressure at cruise around 65 PSI and 40 PSI at idle. It’s within spec, but I’d like some more room over minimums.
Failure to use carb heat brings down Cessna 182
The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and the pilot’s failure to utilize carburetor heat.