“Reauthorizing the FAA is vital to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of America’s aviation system,” said Congressman RIck Larsen. “Though the House overwhelmingly passed a bill in July to reauthorize the FAA for five years, the Senate needs additional time to consider and reach final agreement on a multi-year FAA bill.”
General Aviation
Radiant Technology introduces GEN2 G-Meter
The meter includes a graphing function, which displays Gs over time using a color-coded scale.
Oil starvation brings down Beech
A complete loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of the oil filter safety wire fracturing and the oil filter becoming loose in flight for a reason that could not be determined given the evidence available during the investigation.
Picture of the Day: Rocky Mountain High
Rich Eisenberg submitted this photo and note: “Never get sick of these views! Flying in my CubCrafters NXCub at 15,500 feet.”
A proposal to move the goal posts
MOSAIC is a significant evolutionary step forward from the original light sport regulation that is now about 20 years old.
DA-42 flies on sustainable aviation fuel
Diamond Aircraft and Austro Engine anticipate increasing the availability of ASTM D7566 SAF blends as a “drop-in” fuel for general aviation in the coming years and plans to release the entire fleet for this fuel mix by the end of 2025.
Increasing the safety of Idaho’s backcountry airstrips
The Idaho Division of Aeronautics has released a video demonstrating recommended standard operating procedures (SOPs) into and out of Johnson Creek Airport (3U2), including recommendations in the event of a go-around on the mountain airstrip.
ASA introduces new patch hat
The hat features a snapback fastener for a customized fit and is engineered with a water-resistant technology designed to repel water and prevent absorption, according to company officials.
Pilot seriously injured while practicing for STOL competition
The airplane’s encounter with gusting wind conditions and low-level wind shear on final approach, which resulted in a loss of control, an aerodynamic stall, and a subsequent hard landing.