Flight Safety

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Investigation Details February EA-18G Growler Crash

Investigation Details February Growler Crash

Report cites runway conditions and human error.

Probe Cites Aging Systems in Greek Airspace Radio Failure

Radio Collapse Shuts Down Greek Airspace

Interference on air traffic frequencies forced a shutdown of Greek airspace.

Pilot Killed in Massachusetts Plane Crash

Pilot Killed in Massachusetts Accident

Cessna 172 went down while attempting to land Sunday afternoon.

FAA Requests Input on New DPE Survey

Agency seeks public comments on proposed post-checkride feedback system.

US Aviation Awarded $835M Air Force Training Contract

Agreement covers initial pilot training through 2035.

Old Aviation Truths for a New Year

The thoughts are succinct and paragraphs short in a conversation about some of the basic truths of staying alive, happy and well when flying. Okay, there might be a few opinions mixed in. Pushing It The weather is not going to get better in another five miles. If you are trying to scud-run, the weather […]

An Airplane Bearing Gifts

I always had enjoyed waking to find snow falling, although it had been a long time since I’d had the experience. Maybe this morning’s snow was prophetic, as a white blanket was never guaranteed in these parts this time of year. It made me feel particularly good in spite of the fact it would take […]