Probable Cause: The failure of the nose oil seal to remain secure in the engine crankcase, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and partial loss of engine power.
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Picture of the Day: A Shining Light
Fynn Beard submitted this photo and note: “The sun trying to shine on the ‘glorious’ Seminole flying from Knoxville to Wood County Airport (1G0) in Ohio.”
The Magic Carpet of General Aviation
A five-day flight from Manitoba to New York City showcased the best of the city, as well as the Great Lakes and beyond — a trip only possible through general aviation.
What’s Behind the Controller Shortage?
A data analysis of 94,000 NTSB accident records and NASA reports reveals a controller workforce in crisis.
Hartzell Propeller Expands Top Prop Program
The company has added more than 150 propeller models to the program.
Adventure Pilot Launches iFly EFB Version 14 with Satellite Imagery
The most notable addition in the latest release is the new Satellite Imagery map layer, which offers pilots a real-world view of terrain and ground features. High-resolution imagery can be toggled as a map layer during planning or route reviews, providing a different perspective than traditional charts, company officials explain.
Takeoff with Quartering Tailwind Goes Awry
Probable Cause: The pilot’s decision to take off with a quartering tailwind and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper elevator control inputs during takeoff.
Picture of the Day: Chesapeake Bay
Kevin Douthitt submitted this photo and note: “A Chesapeake sunset.”
The Basics Aren’t Always So Basic
No matter how technologically advanced the world around us might become, the basics still have their place. And like the seaplanes I love so dearly, the Piper J-3 Cub is a simple, honest, straight-forward flying machine. It is timeless.