Pilots are welcome to camp at the airport or stay in the nearby town of Republic.
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uAvionix launches drone avionics trade-up program
The new program enables users of uncertified Mode A/C/S and ADS-B transponders models to trade up to the uAvionix ping200X, the only TSO certified transponder for drones on the market today, according to company officials.
Pictures of the Day: The best Dad and CFI!
Abbie Weir submitted this photo and note: “Here is one of the numerous selfies that my dad, Ryan Weir, and I have taken together, but this one is extra special to me. I’m finishing up my tailwheel training in a 1996 Aviat Husky, which has been one of my dreams since I was a little girl. Not only is my dad completing my tailwheel endorsement, but he also has been my flight instructor since day one, as I received my private pilot certificate in October 2021, with my dad with me every step of the way.”
Cold weather and your aircraft’s engine oil
If you are breaking in a new or rebuilt engine on mineral oil during the coldest part of the year, you should change your pre-heating criteria to account for the differences in viscosity.
Cessna exhaust risers get FAA nod
The exhaust risers can be installed on Cessna 172Q and 172R and S models with Lycoming O-360 and IO-360 engines.
$65,000 in scholarships available
Epic Flight Academy plans to award two flight training scholarships of $20,000 and $5,000. Two students will also receive aircraft mechanic training scholarships in the amount of $20,000 each.
Student’s flight ends with raging fire
I saw a raging fire from the engine. I grabbed the fire extinguisher from under the co-pilot seat and tried to put it out but that did not work so I sprinted to the terminal to get the airport manager. He came out to help put the fire out.
Picture of the Day: CAP Cadet orientation
Mark Cartwright submitted this photo and note: “CAP cadets shown pre-flight inspection at Fullerton Municipal Airport in California.”
Can I bypass the oil cooler on my aircraft engine in colder temperatures?
Question for our engines expert: I have an RV-6 with a Lycoming O-360 and in winter, even with the louvres of the oil cooler closed, my oil temperature may only reach about 150°-160°. Can I install a shut-off valve to prevent oil flow through the cooler in cold weather, or does oil need to flow through it to keep oil pressure from getting too high?