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Historic Aerobatic Pilot Lost His Lunch, But A Museum Has Found It

If you've ever wondered whatever happened to the other half of that sandwich you intended to save for later, consider this. Curators at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center in Washington State have a rich selection of artifacts from Washington native Clyde “Upside Down” Pangborn, including historic photos of his career as a stunt […] The post Historic Aerobatic Pilot Lost His Lunch, But A Museum Has Found It appeared first on AVweb.

Houston MD-87 Crash Survival: Miracle? Or Just Following The Rules?

News editors across the country were champing at the bit when a privately operated McDonnell Douglas MD-87 was reduced to smoldering aluminum and all 21 aboard escaped serious injury. But spoilsport Mary Schiavo, former DOT Inspector General and CNN aviation expert contributor, laid out some facts about survival statistics in airplane accidents, starting with: “It's […] The post Houston MD-87 Crash Survival: Miracle? Or Just Following The Rules? appeared first on AVweb.

Can We Finally Prove The Impossible Turn Isn't Impossible?

But that's not the same thing as saying the runway turnback is always a good idea. EAA is taking another run at it and let's see what the data shows. The post Can We Finally Prove The Impossible Turn Isn't Impossible? appeared first on AVweb.

Aircraft Laser Strikes Rise In 2021

The FAA announced on Monday that it has seen a rise in the number of laser strikes reported by pilots for the fourth year in a row. For 2021, 7,186 laser strike reports for had been received as of Oct. 14, the highest number recorded by the agency since 2016. 6,852 laser strikes were reported […] The post Aircraft Laser Strikes Rise In 2021 appeared first on AVweb.

Cessna Gains Approval For Unleaded/VLL Fuels For Three Models

Textron Aviation announced this week that three of its Cessna piston singles are now approved for select fuels designed for cleaner operation, provided operators comply with FAA Service Bulletins SEB-28-04 or MEB-28-01. The Cessna 172 Skyhawk and 182 Skylane are eligible to use 91UL (unleaded), 94UL or 100VLL (very low lead) fuels, “wherever it is […] The post Cessna Gains Approval For Unleaded/VLL Fuels For Three Models appeared first on AVweb.

Aviation Safety

Download The Full November 2021 Issue PDF

To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Safety Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 5,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 39. It's like getting 2 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Download The Full November 2021 Issue PDF appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Give Me A Brake

Thanks to personal and professional responsibilities, I had been out of the cockpit for a few years. Eventually, the time and cash-flow limitations lessened and I found myself at the local FBO signing up to participate in their “rusty pilot” training program. The airplanes were in good shape and I was happy with the instruction, […] To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Safety Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 5,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 39. It's like getting 2 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Give Me A Brake appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Switch Problems

Beech 58 Baron Nose Gear Switch Out Of Adjustment During landing approach, the nose gear light flickered. Pilot recycled gear and received three-green, gear-down-and-locked indication, landing without incident. Maintenance found the nose gear down-and-locked indicator switch out of adjustment. Adjusted switch. Performed multiple landing gear retractions without a failure. Part total time: Unknown Beechcraft B300 […] To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Safety Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 5,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 39. It's like getting 2 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Switch Problems appeared first on Aviation Safety.

NTSB Reports: November 2021

August 2, 2021, Amado, Ariz. Piper PA-28-140 Cherokee 140 At about 0925 Mountain time, the airplane was substantially damaged during a forced landing following engine failure. The pilot and pilot-rated passenger were not injured. Visual conditions prevailed. While in cruise, the airplane engine developed a sudden and severe vibration, then quit altogether. The pilot initiated […] To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Safety Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 5,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 39. It's like getting 2 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post NTSB Reports: November 2021 appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Pilot Incapacitation

The typical personal airplane lacks many creature comforts we've come to expect in private transportation. Perhaps foremost among them is air conditioning, but the cabin heat systems also can leave a lot to be desired, especially among piston singles. The primary reason is that the vast majority of these airplanes employ air-cooled engines, unlike the […] To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Safety Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 5,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 39. It's like getting 2 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Pilot Incapacitation appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Flying Magazine

Virtual Event: Flight Training Simulators Are Getting More Personal and Effective

Redbird Flight Simulations' Josh Harnagel discusses how flight simulators are evolving to offer a more personalized and effective training experience.

Virtual Event: What's It Like to Invent a New Aviation Sport?

Meet Kevin Quinn: Self-described ‘flying freak,' legendary pilot, and inventor of STOL Drag.

GE Aviation, NASA Partner to Develop Compact Engine Core

GE Aviation has announced a partnership with NASA to develop advanced engine cores for single-aisle aircraft. The move is part of GE's effort to make commercial flight more sustainable.

Aviation CTOs Make Joint Sustainability Call

Chief technical officers of seven major aviation manufacturers, including Airbus and Boeing, made a call this week for governments, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to commit to advancing aviation sustainability goals through cooperation and continued investment.

NAHF Releases Free STEAM Curriculum for Grades 1-6

The National Aviation Hall of Fame has partnered with several organizations to develop and release a STEAM curriculum aimed at grades 1 through 6.