Probable Cause: A loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel vapor lock. Contributing to the accident was the incorrect installation of the ancillary fuel supply system components.
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Picture of the Day: Cloud Hopping
Jerry Strazz submitted this photo and note: “Slipping atop the surly bonds of Earth.”
The H Stands For Happiness
At 77, Frank Gallagher is the embodiment of a lifelong Marine. His polished 1956 Cessna 172 is more than a stunning taildragger; it’s a flying tribute to service, survival, and a deep-rooted friendship that spans over seven decades in aviation.
Where’s Jamail? Braving the Weather in North Dakota
Jamail Larkins, who is on the 2026 DreamLaunch Tour across the nation designed inspire the next generation of aviation, finds himself in North Dakota. Despite the cold temperatures, he discovers a state that knows what it’s doing in aviation.
GA Fatal Accident Rate Down
New figures released by the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee show that the general aviation fatal accident rate so far in fiscal 2026 is “well below” the yearly target.
AirVenture Voted Best Air Show in the Nation
USA Today readers vote EAA AirVenture Oshkosh as the best air show of 2026.
Incorrect Carburetor Setting Leads to Loss of Engine Power on Takeoff
Probable Cause: The pilot’s adjustment of the carburetor to an incorrect setting, which resulted in partial loss of engine power during takeoff.
Picture of the Day: Kill Devil Hills
Diana Layton submitted this photo and note: “A view of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, from above.”
High Water and High Performance: The Comanche’s Resilience
In 1972, Hurricane Agnes didn’t just flood Lock Haven — it ended the production of the iconic Piper Comanche. Decades later, pilot Pat Brown proves that while nature can stop a factory, it can’t dampen the spirit of an aviator dedicated to keeping this classic, high-performance machine in the sky.