Probable Cause: A total loss of engine power caused by fatigue cracking and fracture of the crankshaft due to severe wear of the bearings.
Pilots
Picture of the Day: Army black and gold
James Viola submitted this photo and note: “A 2023 Robinson R-44 Raven resting next a 2020 Harley Davidson Fat Boy after a good flight and ride at Nassau County Airport (83FL) in Florida.”
Human Factors: Dumping fuel
The two shattered links of the accident chain were not adjacent, as they so often are. The first came during an otherwise diligent preflight. The second was a skipped memory item from the emergency checklist that, otherwise, would have saved the day.
FAA moves to ensure 100LL availability
Ensuring the availability of 100LL at general aviation airports is in the process of being added to the grant assurances required by the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
Dynon invests in Trig Avionics
Dynon Avionics, a manufacturer of avionics for general aviation aircraft, has made a “strategic investment” in Trig Avionics, a UK-based manufacturer of transponders and communication radios, according to Dynon officials.
Garmin unveils free online flight planning tool
Garmin has introduced Garmin Pilot Web, a new flight planning website that complements the Garmin Pilot mobile app.
Corroded aileron cable proves fatal for CFI and student
Probable Cause: Maintenance personnel’s failure to detect the corroded aileron cable during recent inspections, which resulted in the separation of the aileron control cable and a subsequent loss of airplane control during takeoff.
Picture of the Day: Refueling with a rainbow
Scott Silverman submitted this photo and note: “Refueling my 2020 Scoda Super Petrel LS seaplane in Negril, Jamaica, with a lovely rainbow in the distance.”
The first rule of Flight Club
Now in the United States, Flight Club is an Airbnb-like general aviation rental coordinator.