The Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5 has a rating of 230 hp at 2400 rpm. Can I just change the governor and increase the RPM to 2700 (like the D4A5) to get 260 hp or do more technical modifications need to be done?
Pilots
FAA becoming more flexible on pilot mental health
If the FAA puts up too many barriers for pilots wrestling with medical and mental health issues, it can backfire, according to Larsen. He noted a Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine study last year found that 56.1% of pilots reported avoiding health care for fear of being grounded.
MyGoFlight expands with acquisition
MyGoFlight, a manufacturer of mounts, cases, flight bags, and accessories for pilots, has acquired Flight Flix, a Minnesota-based company that sells external camera mounting solutions for airplanes.
Lap board for pilots introduced
Designed by a pilot for pilots, the B-board is a lightweight lap board that can be used to support your tablet while airborne. It also provides a solid surface on which to write and do paperwork on the flight deck.
Picture of the Day: A Mooney departs
Hayman Tam submitted this photo and note: “A Mooney M20R Ovation departs from San Carlos Airport (KSQL) in California.”
Video captures first flight of Bataan after restoration
After eight years of restoration, the Lockheed C-121A Constellation N422NA made its first flight on June 20, 2023. Named “Bataan,” the Connie was used as a personal transport by General Douglas MacArthur during the Korean War.
Want your voice heard on the FAA’s new control towers?
The FAA is asking for public comments on the environmental assessment to replace 31 outdated airport traffic control towers at general aviation airports across the country.
Helicopter Mode and Checklists added to iFly EFB
Besides new features for helicopter pilots, the latest version of iFly EFB introduces the Checklists feature, a tool designed to streamline cockpit procedures for all pilots.
Picture of the Day: Watching the sunrise in my Glasair
Lee Potter submitted this photo and note: “Flying south in my Glasair over Nisqually Flats in Washington state watching the sunrise near Mt. Rainier.”