Aviation Safety

Fatigue is a frequent contributing factor in mishaps. Noticing the signs and creating a mitigation strategy are essential. 

You always wanted to be a test pilot. Now’s your chance to show everyone that you have the right stuff.

Freshly frocked flight instructors need experience, just like the rest of us, and they may need to adjust to their new role.

Military Training vs. GA Good article by Matt Johnson in the April 2024 issue, “Military vs. GA.” The picture of the A-4 Navy Skyhawk is from my old squadron, VA-172 Bluebolts. I also became a civilian CFI after five years of active duty and three of reserve flying, and 30 years without flying. In 2001, […]

Even after all the trials and tribulations Boeing has gone through with its 737 MAX fleet, I still have a warm spot in my heart for many of its products. I’ve never been enamored of—or uneasy aboard—the 737 series, but the 727 and the 757 are at the top of my list for airliners I […]

Ready for some impromptu formation flying? How about a few thousand friends to critique your landing?

We may think we need to respond quickly, but abrupt control inputs at low speed usually are a bad idea.

When you’re not looking, line personnel may secure your airplane for you. Try as you might, it’s not likely you can jump that chock.

January 1, 2024, Mansfield, La. Beech C23 Sundowner The pilot later reported conducting a normal, full-flap landing to the runway. Upon touching down, the airplane’s nose landing gear collapsed, and a post-impact fire ensued after the airplane came to rest. The fire destroyed the airplane, limiting post-accident evaluation. A poor-quality airport surveillance video appeared to […]

A new study shows an improved safety record has resulted from a wide range of industry changes.