Several years ago, on a beautiful clear and crisp Missouri morning, an opportunity arose for me to fulfill my seven-year-old sons desire to go flying with me. I was hoping to share with him my passion for flying. Instead, what I got was a 288
Small Voices
Several years ago, on a beautiful clear and crisp Missouri morning, an opportunity arose for me to fulfill my seven-year-old sons desire to go flying with me. I was hoping to share with him my passion for flying. Instead, what I got was a horrifying experience, partnered with a brief mystery.
Key Takeaways:
- A pilot lost all aileron control shortly after takeoff with his son onboard because rags, improperly stuffed into an inspection hole under the rear seat, jammed the control cables.
- Despite the critical flight control failure, the pilot skillfully managed to land the Piper Archer II safely using only rudder, power, and pitch adjustments.
- The incident highlights the crucial importance of thorough aircraft inspections, particularly for club-owned aircraft, and the danger of ignoring unusual observations or complaints.
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